Latest Crop Newshttp://www.agweb.comAgweb.comHow Will Replant Impact Crop Tour Numbers?http://www.agweb.com/article/how-will-replant-impact-crop-tour-numbers-NAA-john-herath/ Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour leaders Brian Grete and Chip Flory are anxious to step into fields Monday to get a first-hand look at how widespread planting dates and replants are reflected in plant variability, even within the same field.
Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour leaders Brian Grete and Chip Flory are anxious to step into fields Monday to get a first-hand look at how widespread planting dates and replants are reflected in plant variability, even within the same field.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 18 Aug 2017 02:18:00 GMT216770Dairies Capitalizing on Location Along Eclipse Routehttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/dairies-capitalizing-location-along-eclipse-route Several dairy farms across the country are fortunate enough to be along the path of totality for the solar eclipse and they are sharing their farms with people from around the country.
Several dairy farms across the country are fortunate enough to be along the path of totality for the solar eclipse and they are sharing their farms with people from around the country.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 17 Aug 2017 23:25:00 GMT216760Dairy Cow Herd Maintains Slow, Steady Expansionhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/dairy-cow-herd-maintains-slow-steady-expansion The US milk cow herd has expanded by 50,000 head from last December to this June.
The US milk cow herd has expanded by 50,000 head from last December to this June.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 17 Aug 2017 14:58:00 GMT216706Animal Rights Activists Change Tacticshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/animal-rights-activists-change-tactics Activist groups now targeting companies and brands.
Activist groups now targeting companies and brands.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 17 Aug 2017 14:54:00 GMT216705Dairy Exports to Mexico Create Nearly 25,000 Jobs and Countless Friendhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/dairy-exports-to-mexico-create-nearly-25-000-jobs-and-countless-friendships
With the first round of NAFTA talks beginning today, it&#39;s wise to consider the value of business goodwill flowing across borders.
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With the first round of NAFTA talks beginning today, it's wise to consider the value of business goodwill flowing across borders.

]]>Roger BernardThu, 17 Aug 2017 14:26:00 GMT216704Oregon, Idaho Dairy Industries Preparing for the Eclipsehttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/oregon-idaho-dairies-preparing-eclipse A solar eclipse hasn&#39;t crossed the entire U.S. in nearly 100 years, and dairy processors and producers are preparing for the historic event that could bring an unusual amount of traffic.
A solar eclipse hasn't crossed the entire U.S. in nearly 100 years, and dairy processors and producers are preparing for the historic event that could bring an unusual amount of traffic.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 23:45:00 GMT216702NAFTA Day 1: Getting On The Same Pagehttp://www.agweb.com/article/nafta-day-1-getting-on-the-same-page-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ All eyes are on Washington D.C. this week as negotiations begin to &ldquo;modernize&rdquo; NAFTA, but getting on the same page will be step one.
All eyes are on Washington D.C. this week as negotiations begin to “modernize” NAFTA, but getting on the same page will be step one.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 16 Aug 2017 21:18:00 GMT216710Hot and Dry States See More Tipped-Back Earshttp://www.agweb.com/article/hot-and-dry-states-see-more-tipped-back-ears-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Farmers across the Midwest are starting to see tip back in some of their corn fields.&nbsp;
Farmers across the Midwest are starting to see tip back in some of their corn fields.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 20:35:00 GMT216687North Dakota Cattle, Corn Groups Launch Drought Aid Effortshttp://www.agweb.com/article/north-dakota-cattle-corn-groups-launch-drought-aid-efforts-apnews/ North Dakota&#39;s largest livestock group and its biggest corn organizations have launched efforts to help ranchers devastated by a summer of drought.
North Dakota's largest livestock group and its biggest corn organizations have launched efforts to help ranchers devastated by a summer of drought.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 19:09:00 GMT216700New Zealand Officials Euthanize 193 Cows, Fine Dairy Nearly $42,000 http://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/new-zealand-dairy-fined-nearly-42000-after-193-cows-were-euthanized On New Zealand&rsquo;s southern island a large dairy has been fined almost $42,000 (NZ$60,000) after pleading guilty to multiple charges of neglect that led to 193 cows being euthanized.
On New Zealand’s southern island a large dairy has been fined almost $42,000 (NZ$60,000) after pleading guilty to multiple charges of neglect that led to 193 cows being euthanized.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 16 Aug 2017 18:44:00 GMT216668Duarte Settlement Leaves Unanswered Questions for Growershttp://www.agweb.com/article/duarte-settlement-leaves-unanswered-questions-for-growers-NAA-john-herath/ Is agriculture exempt from the permitting requirements of the Clean Water Act? Growers will have to wait a while longer for an answer to that question following a $1.1 million settlement in a landmark case this week.
Is agriculture exempt from the permitting requirements of the Clean Water Act? Growers will have to wait a while longer for an answer to that question following a $1.1 million settlement in a landmark case this week.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 16 Aug 2017 18:06:00 GMT216711Free Trial Available on Farm Journal Pro During Midwest Crop Tour Weekhttp://www.agweb.com/article/free-trial-available-on-farm-journal-pro-during-midwest-crop-tour-week-NAA-julianne-johnston/ The Farm Journal Pro premium platform &ndash; FarmJournalPro.com &ndash; will have all the information you are looking for during the Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour, beginning Aug. 21. If you sign up for a free trial now, you will have access to historical Crop Tour data, information from Tour lead [...]The Farm Journal Pro premium platform – FarmJournalPro.com – will have all the information you are looking for during the Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour, beginning Aug. 21. If you sign up for a free trial now, you will have access to historical Crop Tour data, information from Tour leaders, official state results and much more.
]]>Michelle KowalskiWed, 16 Aug 2017 17:24:00 GMT216675California Farmer Develops First Electric Feed Truckhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/california-farmer-develops-first-electric-feed-truck Straus decided to build the feed truck to close the loop on the farm&rsquo;s renewable energy practices.
Straus decided to build the feed truck to close the loop on the farm’s renewable energy practices.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 14:59:00 GMT216670Global Dairy Prices Soften Just A Tadhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/global-dairy-prices-soften-just-a-tad Trading volume&nbsp;fairly heavy, with more then 32,000 metric tonnes selling.
Trading volume fairly heavy, with more then 32,000 metric tonnes selling.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 16 Aug 2017 14:57:00 GMT216667Cheese Exports Expected to Move Higherhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/author/know-your-market U.S. prices are below global levels.
U.S. prices are below global levels.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 16 Aug 2017 13:57:00 GMT216659NAFTA Investments Face Uncertainty http://www.agweb.com/article/nafta-investments-face-uncertainty--NAA-clinton-griffiths/ Grain harvest in south Texas may be over, but product is still rolling.&nbsp;
&ldquo;My sorghum is just pretty much gone,&rdquo; said Charles Ring, a producer from Sinton, Tx. &ldquo;There are just a few loads left.&rdquo;&nbsp;
Exports have been essential to prices for decades now.&nbsp; [...]Grain harvest in south Texas may be over, but product is still rolling.

“My sorghum is just pretty much gone,” said Charles Ring, a producer from Sinton, Tx. “There are just a few loads left.”

Exports have been essential to prices for decades now.

“I was trading corn and shipping corn and sorghum into Mexico before the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA),” said Ring. “I remember having to wait until February of the following year to ship anything into Mexico because [of] their tariff.”

]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 16 Aug 2017 13:13:00 GMT216658Louisiana Corn Sees Record Corn Yields As Harvest Nears the Endhttp://www.agweb.com/article/louisiana-corn-sees-record-corn-yields-as-harvest-nears-the-end-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Farmers throughout the south have seen big gains in statewide average yields. Most of the states in the region planted fewer corn acres, lowering total production.
Farmers throughout the south have seen big gains in statewide average yields. Most of the states in the region planted fewer corn acres, lowering total production.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 13:05:00 GMT216654Preventing an Unwanted Baler Fire http://www.agweb.com/article/preventing-an-unwanted-baler-fire--NAA-university-news-release/ We need to be cognizant at all times of the potential for fires to start while baling hay or straw and take measures to minimize the potential of a fire occurring.
We need to be cognizant at all times of the potential for fires to start while baling hay or straw and take measures to minimize the potential of a fire occurring.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 16 Aug 2017 12:46:00 GMT216629Mexican Grain Importers Pause Investments http://www.agweb.com/article/mexican-grain-importers-pause-investments--NAA-clinton-griffiths/ Whether it&rsquo;s loaded and driven, or rolls out by rail, U.S. grains are pouring out of our country and heading for end users in Mexico.&nbsp;
&ldquo;We use raw material [such as] corn, sorghum, wheat and fiber-like cotton seed hulls to make feed for livestock,&rdquo;&nbsp;said Ricardo Eliz [...]Whether it’s loaded and driven, or rolls out by rail, U.S. grains are pouring out of our country and heading for end users in Mexico.

This family-run feed mill said the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) helped make that grain, and in turn their feed competitive. Today, they’re bagging or selling roughly 50 million metric tons of corn and sorghum every year. They’d like to buy more.

]]>Roger BernardWed, 16 Aug 2017 12:00:00 GMT216665Mexican Grain Buyers Importing From South Americahttp://www.agweb.com/article/mexican-grain-buyers-importing-from-south-america-NAA-clinton-griffiths/ Mexican Elevators, Feed Mills Possibly Importing from South America
Mexico is a deficit ag producer and for things like corn, imports are essential. While proximity and infrastructure has made the U.S. a logical trading partner, buyers here are now looking to the sea.&nbsp;
As the feed go [...]Mexican Elevators, Feed Mills Possibly Importing from South America

Mexico is a deficit ag producer and for things like corn, imports are essential. While proximity and infrastructure has made the U.S. a logical trading partner, buyers here are now looking to the sea.

As the feed goes out, the trains roll in to Grupo Gramosa, a commercial elevator and feed mill in Queretaro, Mexico.

“We receive trains full of grain, mostly yellow corn,” said Jorge Castillo, operations manager of Grupo Gramosa. “We receive about five or six trains a month.”

]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 21:03:00 GMT216657NMPF: Canada Wants to Have Its Ice Cream and Eat It, Toohttp://www.agweb.com/article/nmpf-canada-wants-to-have-its-ice-cream-and-eat-it-too-NAA-jim-dickrell/ The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) is pushing back hard against a statement by the Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister on up-coming talks to re-negotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement.
The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) is pushing back hard against a statement by the Canadian Foreign Affairs Minister on up-coming talks to re-negotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 19:59:00 GMT216640Farmer to Farmer Website Links Forage Buyers to Sellershttp://www.agweb.com/article/farmer-to-farmer-website-links-forage-buyers-to-sellers-NAA-university-news-release/ Dairy farmers in various parts of Wisconsin experienced severe alfalfa winterkill and injury this past winter. Losses were the greatest on heavy soil types with poorer drainage.
Dairy farmers in various parts of Wisconsin experienced severe alfalfa winterkill and injury this past winter. Losses were the greatest on heavy soil types with poorer drainage.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 15 Aug 2017 18:23:00 GMT216599Dairy's Take: Canada, Mexico Markets are a "Big Deal"http://www.agweb.com/article/dairys-take-canada-mexico-markets-are-a-big-deal-NAA-mike-opperman/ When the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was ratified back on Jan. 1, 1994, President Clinton was in the White House, Forrest Gump was talking about boxes of chocolates and World Dairy Expo had just celebrated its 25th year. Dairy exports were at roughly 3 percent of production and ther [...]When the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) was ratified back on Jan. 1, 1994, President Clinton was in the White House, Forrest Gump was talking about boxes of chocolates and World Dairy Expo had just celebrated its 25th year. Dairy exports were at roughly 3 percent of production and there was a groundswell of support for a formal supply management program to do something with the oversupply of milk.

]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 15 Aug 2017 18:12:00 GMT216622Duarte Nursery Faces Corps of Engineers in Courthttp://www.agweb.com/article/duarte-nursery-faces-corps-of-engineers-in-court-NAA-john-herath/ Are farmers protected by the agricultural practices exemption of the Clean Water Act? That is the centerpiece of a court hearing getting underway in California.
Are farmers protected by the agricultural practices exemption of the Clean Water Act? That is the centerpiece of a court hearing getting underway in California.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 17:41:00 GMT21661925th Annual Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour Gets Underway Next Weekhttp://www.agweb.com/article/25th-annual-farm-journal-midwest-crop-tour-gets-underway-next-week-NAA-rhonda-brooks/ During the annual Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour, a group of more than 100 growers, industry experts and media reporters will scout about 2,000 fields in seven Midwest states during the four-day event, Aug. 21-24. The &ldquo;Eastern leg&rdquo; of the tour begins sampling in western Ohio, working it [...]During the annual Farm Journal Midwest Crop Tour, a group of more than 100 growers, industry experts and media reporters will scout about 2,000 fields in seven Midwest states during the four-day event, Aug. 21-24. The “Eastern leg” of the tour begins sampling in western Ohio, working its way across Indiana, Illinois, eastern Iowa and then southern Minnesota. The “Western leg” begins in southern South Dakota, then goes across eastern Nebraska, western Iowa and into southern Minnesota.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 16:26:00 GMT216662'Group Think' on U.S. Corn, Soy Yields Let Market Watchers Downhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/group-think-us-corn-soy-yields-let-market-watchers-down Farmers, traders, and analysts alike were left shocked after the U.S. Department of Agriculture published its optimistic corn and soybean yields last week, though the market&rsquo;s narrow expectations going into Thursday&rsquo;s report may carry some of the blame.
Farmers, traders, and analysts alike were left shocked after the U.S. Department of Agriculture published its optimistic corn and soybean yields last week, though the market’s narrow expectations going into Thursday’s report may carry some of the blame.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 16:25:00 GMT216605NCGA Exhorts Trump to "Do No Harm"http://www.agweb.com/article/ncga-exhorts-trump-to-do-no-harm-NAA-chris-bennett/ As the Trump administration heads to the table for North American Free Trade Association (NAFTA) renegotiations, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is pushing a &ldquo;no harm&rdquo; position regarding market access into Canada and Mexico for corn exports.
As the Trump administration heads to the table for North American Free Trade Association (NAFTA) renegotiations, the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is pushing a “no harm” position regarding market access into Canada and Mexico for corn exports.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 16:20:00 GMT216604FDA Relaxes Restrictions on UF Milkhttp://www.agweb.com/article/fda-relaxes-restrictions-on-uf-milk-NAA-betsy-jibben/ The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is easing its policy on some domestic milk products. It&rsquo;s a change the dairy industry has been pushing for 20 years, but trade tension with Canada brought it to the forefront.&nbsp;
Earlier this year, Canada changed its policy and stopped importing [...]The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is easing its policy on some domestic milk products. It’s a change the dairy industry has been pushing for 20 years, but trade tension with Canada brought it to the forefront.

Earlier this year, Canada changed its policy and stopped importing ultra-filtered (UF) milk products from the United States. Many processors, like Grassland Dairy Products, a processor in Wisconsin, were forced to drop all of its producers and those farmers scrambled to find a home.

]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 15 Aug 2017 15:31:00 GMT216598Hay Production Down Slightly from Last Yearhttp://www.agweb.com/article/hay-production-down-slightly-from-last-year-NAA-drovers-guest-editor/ The estimate of area harvested was unchanged from the figure shown in their June acreage report and only up a fraction of a percent from last year.
&#8203;The estimate of area harvested was unchanged from the figure shown in their June acreage report and only up a fraction of a percent from last year.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 15 Aug 2017 15:10:00 GMT216595Corn Conditions Improve, Soybeans Declinehttp://www.agweb.com/article/corn-conditions-improve-soybeans-decline-NAA-agwebcom-editors/ Monday&rsquo;s USDA-NASS Crop Progress Report shows a two point gain in the overall corn condition rating.
Monday’s USDA-NASS Crop Progress Report shows a two point gain in the overall corn condition rating.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 14 Aug 2017 20:40:00 GMT216655Stronger Milk Prices May Holdhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/stronger-milk-prices-may-hold Cow numbers continue to increase, indicating that some farms have the ability to expand.
Cow numbers continue to increase, indicating that some farms have the ability to expand.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 14 Aug 2017 18:28:00 GMT216582What Declining Crop Conditions Could Mean For Corn Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/article/what-declining-crop-conditions-could-mean-for-corn-markets-NAA-ashley-davenport/ In its latest crop progress report, the USDA is pegging a 169.5 bushel per acre yield for corn despite declining crop conditions in the I-states.
In its latest crop progress report, the USDA is pegging a 169.5 bushel per acre yield for corn despite declining crop conditions in the I-states.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 14 Aug 2017 18:04:00 GMT216581NASS Explains August Crop Production Numbershttp://www.agweb.com/article/nass-explains-august-crop-production-numbers-NAA-john-herath/ Growers and market analysts alike were left scratching their heads after&nbsp;USDA released their&nbsp; crop production &nbsp;report last week,&nbsp;calling for larger than expected corn and soybean crops. Drawing particular attention was the apparent disconnect between crop conditions reported a [...]Growers and market analysts alike were left scratching their heads after USDA released their crop production report last week, calling for larger than expected corn and soybean crops. Drawing particular attention was the apparent disconnect between crop conditions reported as lower than year ago but projected yields above this time in 2016.

The man behind those numbers, Lance Honig, chief of crops for USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service (NASS),pointed out on the AgriTalk Radio show that crop conditions and crop progress are two different reports, collected by different sets of people asking very different questions.

]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 14 Aug 2017 17:26:00 GMT216656 The Combine Seat As A Marketing Strategyhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/-the-combine-seat-as-a-marketing-strategy/Jon ScheveMon, 14 Aug 2017 14:14:00 GMT30912Market Volatility: Is it Dying or Just Revving Up? http://www.agweb.com/article/market-volatility-is-it-dying-or-just-revving-up--NAA-sara-schafer/ After a market-shaking day of USDA reports, the week ended on a somewhat positive note for grain prices. Jerry Gulke shares his insights.
After a market-shaking day of USDA reports, the week ended on a somewhat positive note for grain prices. Jerry Gulke shares his insights.
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 12 Aug 2017 10:42:00 GMT216560FDA Allows Use of Ultrafiltered Milk in All Cheeseshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/fda-allows-use-of-ultrafiltered-milk-all-cheeses The agency will also relax labeling requirements.
The agency will also relax labeling requirements.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 11 Aug 2017 21:13:00 GMT216565Bushwackedhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/bushwacked/If you were hedged up in grains as a producer, or unhedged in livestock, this was a pretty good week for you. Corn was down 2% and both wheat and soybeans were in the -5% bracket for the week. Grain producers who only use cash market tools or were standing aside took a beating as the weather modera [...]Alan BruglerFri, 11 Aug 2017 21:02:00 GMT30903Too Wet? Too Dry? Either Way, Your Corn Might Need More Nutrientshttp://www.agweb.com/article/too-wet-too-dry-either-way-your-corn-might-need-more-nutrients-NAA-rhonda-brooks/ By the time mid-August rolls around, corn growers often think it&rsquo;s too late in the season to adjust their crop&rsquo;s nutrient program. But that&rsquo;s not at all the case according to John Leif, AgroLiquid Field Agronomy Manager.
Leif says as he&rsquo;s evaluated corn throughout the M [...]By the time mid-August rolls around, corn growers often think it’s too late in the season to adjust their crop’s nutrient program. But that’s not at all the case according to John Leif, AgroLiquid Field Agronomy Manager.

Leif says as he’s evaluated corn throughout the Midwest this season he’s seen the results of huge moisture differences from area to area, with some being too dry while others are too wet. He believes farmers on both sides of the weather extremes are likely to have crops that need additional nitrogen, potassium and sulfur.

]]>Roger BernardFri, 11 Aug 2017 20:52:00 GMT216569Southern States See Double-Digit Corn Yield Gainshttp://www.agweb.com/article/southern-states-see-double-digit-corn-yield-gains-NAA-betsy-jibben/ While the corn yields dropped in the Midwest, southern States are seeing big gains in yields. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said this corn crop could potentially be the third-largest on record.
&nbsp;When you look at the numbers, the southern States seem to be shining this year. [...]While the corn yields dropped in the Midwest, southern States are seeing big gains in yields. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) said this corn crop could potentially be the third-largest on record.

When you look at the numbers, the southern States seem to be shining this year.

It’s important to note, fewer planted acres means six of those nine states are seeing lower total production.

]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Aug 2017 19:50:00 GMT216555Pro Farmer Reaction to Bearish USDA Reporthttp://www.agweb.com/article/pro-farmer-reaction-to-bearish-usda-report-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The August World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) and crop production reports from the USDA turned out to be bearish, despite what many producers where hoping.
The August World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) and crop production reports from the USDA turned out to be bearish, despite what many producers where hoping.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Aug 2017 17:56:00 GMT216550 USDA Delays MPP Sign-Up Until Sept. 1http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/usda-delays-mpp-sign-up-until-sept-1 No word on when enrollment ends.
No word on when enrollment ends.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Aug 2017 15:12:00 GMT216537August USDA Report: A Headscratcherhttp://www.agweb.com/article/august-usda-report-a-headscratcher-NAA-sara-schafer/ USDA lowered corn yields and increase soybean yields, despite poor crop ratings in many areas. Jerry Gulke provides his take.
USDA lowered corn yields and increase soybean yields, despite poor crop ratings in many areas. Jerry Gulke provides his take.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 10 Aug 2017 21:02:00 GMT216512USDA Sees Bumper U.S. Corn, Soy Harvests Despite Weather Woeshttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/usda-sees-bumper-us-corn-soy-harvests-despite-weather-woes The U.S. 2017 corn and soybean harvests will be bigger than expected despite a slow start to planting and concerns that hot and dry conditions stressed the corn crop during critical periods of development, the government said on Thursday.
The U.S. 2017 corn and soybean harvests will be bigger than expected despite a slow start to planting and concerns that hot and dry conditions stressed the corn crop during critical periods of development, the government said on Thursday.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 10 Aug 2017 19:58:00 GMT216506Mycogen Seeds Launches New Corn Seed Treatmenthttp://www.agweb.com/article/mycogen-seeds-launches-new-corn-seed-treatment-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Available for the 2018 season, Mycogen Seeds announced Thursday its new Revontek seed treatment for corn.&nbsp;
Available for the 2018 season, Mycogen Seeds announced Thursday its new Revontek seed treatment for corn.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 10 Aug 2017 18:40:00 GMT216504AgTwitter Reacts to Thursday's USDA Reportshttp://www.agweb.com/article/agtwitter-reacts-to-thursdays-usda-reports-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ Farmers and traders alike took to Twitter today to discuss the WASDE and Crop Production reports.
Farmers and traders alike took to Twitter today to discuss the WASDE and Crop Production reports.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Aug 2017 17:40:00 GMT216497Hay Lottery Expands to North, South Dakota and Montanahttp://www.agweb.com/article/hay-lottery-expands-to-north-south-dakota-and-montana-NAA-sara-brown/ Applications are due Aug. 31 for a hay lottery that will bring some relief to cattle producers in North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana, as they struggle to find feed supplies in the midst of a summer-long drought and wildfire recovery.
Applications are due Aug. 31 for a hay lottery that will bring some relief to cattle producers in North Dakota, South Dakota and Montana, as they struggle to find feed supplies in the midst of a summer-long drought and wildfire recovery.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 10 Aug 2017 16:49:00 GMT216495A Tale of Two Crops: Minnesota is "Sweet Spot" in Corn Belthttp://www.agweb.com/article/a-tale-of-two-crops-minnesota-is-sweet-spot-in-corn-belt-NAA-ashley-davenport/ While Minnesota might not come close to having record-breaking corn and soybean yields in 2016, crop conditions are more solid than other areas in the Corn Belt.
While Minnesota might not come close to having record-breaking corn and soybean yields in 2016, crop conditions are more solid than other areas in the Corn Belt.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Aug 2017 16:22:00 GMT216492USDA Ups Soybean Yields, Lowers Price Forecasthttp://www.agweb.com/article/usda-ups-soybean-yields-lowers-price-forecast-NAA-usda/ The first survey-based soybean yield forecast of 49.4 bushels per acre is 1.4 bushels above last month but 2.7 below last year&rsquo;s record.&nbsp;&nbsp;
The first survey-based soybean yield forecast of 49.4 bushels per acre is 1.4 bushels above last month but 2.7 below last year’s record.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Aug 2017 16:10:00 GMT216491USDA Lowers National Corn Yield to 169.5 bu.http://www.agweb.com/article/usda-lowers-national-corn-yield-to-1695-bu-NAA-usda/Roger BernardThu, 10 Aug 2017 16:10:00 GMT216549Butter Market Likely to Remain Tighthttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/butter-market-likely-to-remain-tight
Consumers have returned to butter as a healthier choice, sparking a steep rise in world butter prices
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Consumers have returned to butter as a healthier choice, sparking a steep rise in world butter prices

]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Aug 2017 15:47:00 GMT2164878 How-To Steps For A Corn Root Dighttp://www.agprofessional.com/resource-centers/corn/how-conduct-field-corn-root-analysis A late-season root dig reveals limiting factors in your corn field.
A late-season root dig reveals limiting factors in your corn field.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 10 Aug 2017 11:30:00 GMT216462Mighty Earth Attacks Crop Farmers to Advance Anti-Meat Agendahttp://www.agweb.com/article/mighty-earth-attacks-crop-farmers-to-advance-anti-meat-agenda-NAA-sara-brown/ A report last week from&nbsp; Mighty Earth , a campaign of the&nbsp; Center for International Policy , took a break from criticizing farmers and ranchers that raise livestock for meat, and instead turned their attention to the meat companies and feed suppliers (ie. crop farmers), asking them to pro [...]A report last week from Mighty Earth, a campaign of the Center for International Policy, took a break from criticizing farmers and ranchers that raise livestock for meat, and instead turned their attention to the meat companies and feed suppliers (ie. crop farmers), asking them to provide “pollution-free” feed.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 09 Aug 2017 20:40:00 GMT216470Grassley: Senate to Take Up Tax Reform Before Farm Billhttp://www.agweb.com/article/grassley-senate-to-take-up-tax-reform-before-farm-bill-NAA-john-herath/ Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa remains optimistic that a Farm Bill will find its way to the Senate floor before the end of the year, but he said tax reform will likely move first.
Senator Chuck Grassley of Iowa remains optimistic that a Farm Bill will find its way to the Senate floor before the end of the year, but he said tax reform will likely move first.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 09 Aug 2017 18:50:00 GMT216468USDA Report Day: Be Ready for Volatilityhttp://www.agweb.com/article/usda-report-day-be-ready-for-volatility-NAA-john-herath/ U.S. Farm Report panel previews Thursday&#39;s USDA reports.
U.S. Farm Report panel previews Thursday's USDA reports.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 09 Aug 2017 17:52:00 GMT216467Schumer Urges Canadian Ambassador to Fix Dairy Trade Disputehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/schumer-urges-canadian-ambassador-to-fix-dairy-trade-dispute
Processors in Wisconsin and New York have lost millions of dollars due to closed markets.
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Processors in Wisconsin and New York have lost millions of dollars due to closed markets.

]]>Roger BernardWed, 09 Aug 2017 16:40:00 GMT2164655 Steps to a Drug Testing Procedurehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/5-steps-to-a-drug-testing-procedure Drug testing is becoming more popular as dairy producers strive for better employees, safer working environments.&nbsp;
Drug testing is becoming more popular as dairy producers strive for better employees, safer working environments.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 09 Aug 2017 16:37:00 GMT216464Dig For Answers: Identify Limiting Factors and Gain Up to 18 Bushelshttp://www.agprofessional.com/resource-centers/corn/dig-answers-help-customers-make-better-agronomic-decisions A corn root dig has 8 steps and can mean an 18 bu. gain
A corn root dig has 8 steps and can mean an 18 bu. gain
]]>Roger BernardWed, 09 Aug 2017 14:25:00 GMT216461Is It Time To Worry About Frost?http://www.agweb.com/article/is-it-time-to-worry-about-frost-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ As cooler temperatures made their debut in the Corn Belt late last week, farmers and traders alike started wondering about weather for the remainder of the growing season.
As cooler temperatures made their debut in the Corn Belt late last week, farmers and traders alike started wondering about weather for the remainder of the growing season.
]]>Jung LeeTue, 08 Aug 2017 21:34:00 GMT216458Illinois Studies Nitrate and Phosphorus Loss from Tile Lineshttp://www.agweb.com/article/illinois-studies-nitrate-and-phosphorus-loss-from-tile-lines-NAA-sonja-begemann/ A partnership of non-profits and retailers joined together for the second year in Illinois to determine just how much nutrients are lost through tile drains. The group tested in 37 sites across a nine county geography.
A partnership of non-profits and retailers joined together for the second year in Illinois to determine just how much nutrients are lost through tile drains. The group tested in 37 sites across a nine county geography.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 08 Aug 2017 21:10:00 GMT216457Minnesota Crop Tour Previewhttp://www.agweb.com/article/minnesota-crop-tour-preview-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The Farm Journal Crop Tour is less than two weeks away, and scouts are keeping an eye on Minnesota.
The Farm Journal Crop Tour is less than two weeks away, and scouts are keeping an eye on Minnesota.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 08 Aug 2017 20:22:00 GMT216454Idaho Dairy Group Opposes Immigration Detention Contracthttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/idaho-dairy-group-opposes-immigration-detention-contract Jerome County is considering a contract to lease a portion of their county jail to ICE.
Jerome County is considering a contract to lease a portion of their county jail to ICE.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 08 Aug 2017 20:15:00 GMT216453Canada Invests $350 Million In New Dairy Support Programshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/canada-invests-350-million-new-dairy-support-programs This month Canada released details of two new support programs for Canadian dairy farmers.
This month Canada released details of two new support programs for Canadian dairy farmers.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 08 Aug 2017 16:28:00 GMT216442Late-Season Irrigation Gives Corn Yields a Final Boosthttp://www.agweb.com/article/late-season-irrigation-gives-corn-yields-a-final-boost-NAA-rhonda-brooks/ The late-season irrigation know-how Olan Moore started using in Texas corn growers&rsquo; fields 40 years ago is common in the Lone Star state but still relatively unknown in the Midwest. Moore, owner of High Plains Consulting near Springlake, Texas, says the practice boils down to this:
&ldqu [...]The late-season irrigation know-how Olan Moore started using in Texas corn growers’ fields 40 years ago is common in the Lone Star state but still relatively unknown in the Midwest. Moore, owner of High Plains Consulting near Springlake, Texas, says the practice boils down to this:

“When corn matures, and that milk line is one-half of the way down and you have 90-degree-temperatures-plus, if you don’t have 4.45” to 5” of soil moisture in the top 3’ of the soil profile you could lose up to 30- to 40-bu. per acre of corn,” he explains. “Just 2” to 3” applied through the pivot can make a huge difference on the tail end of the season.”

]]>Roger BernardMon, 07 Aug 2017 23:57:00 GMT216459Will Thursday's USDA Reports Rock The Market?http://www.agweb.com/article/will-thursdays-usda-reports-rock-the-market-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ Will the USDA reports released this Thursday, August 10, provide that much needed boost to morale?
Will the USDA reports released this Thursday, August 10, provide that much needed boost to morale?
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Aug 2017 23:28:00 GMT216430Corn Conditions Decline, Soybeans Improvehttp://www.agweb.com/article/corn-conditions-decline-soybeans-improve-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ On Monday, USDA released crop conditions for the week ending August 6.
On Monday, USDA released crop conditions for the week ending August 6.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Aug 2017 20:47:00 GMT216440Trump Might Start Trade War With Brazil Over Imports of Ethanolhttp://www.agweb.com/article/trump-might-start-trade-war-with-brazil-over-imports-of-ethanol-blmg/ Trump Might Start Trade War With Brazil Over Imports of Ethanol
Trump Might Start Trade War With Brazil Over Imports of Ethanol
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Aug 2017 17:55:00 GMT216408Syngenta Licenses Enlist Corn and Soybeanshttp://www.agweb.com/article/syngenta-licenses-enlist-corn-and-soybeans-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Syngenta will sell corn and soybeans with Dow AgroSciences Enlist event following their agreement with Dow AgroSciences and M.S. Technologies.
Syngenta will sell corn and soybeans with Dow AgroSciences Enlist event following their agreement with Dow AgroSciences and M.S. Technologies.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Aug 2017 17:11:00 GMT216403Senate Appropriations Committee Changes to MPP Would Benefit Small Daihttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/senate-appropriations-committee-changes-to-mpp-would-benefit-small-dairy-farmers An analysis by the American Farm Bureau Federation of proposed changes to the Dairy Margin Protection Program by the Senate Appropriations Committee last month shows small dairy farmers would benefit.
An analysis by the American Farm Bureau Federation of proposed changes to the Dairy Margin Protection Program by the Senate Appropriations Committee last month shows small dairy farmers would benefit.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 07 Aug 2017 16:11:00 GMT216401Recapping My Corn and Bean Positions for 2016-2018http://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/recapping-my-corn-and-bean-positions-for-2016-2018/Jon ScheveMon, 07 Aug 2017 14:55:00 GMT30870Largest Recorded "Dead Zone" calls for Nutrient Loss Reductionhttp://www.agweb.com/article/largest-recorded-dead-zone-calls-for-nutrient-loss-reduction-NAA-sonja-begemann/ The Gulf of Mexico&rsquo;s hypoxia zone, the &ldquo;dead zone,&rdquo; is 3% larger than ever before at 8,776 square miles.&nbsp;
The Gulf of Mexico’s hypoxia zone, the “dead zone,” is 3% larger than ever before at 8,776 square miles.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 07 Aug 2017 14:45:00 GMT216494Food Prices Highest Since 2014http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/food-prices-highest-since-2014 Higher-priced dairy products are part of the reason, mostly due to higher butter prices
Higher-priced dairy products are part of the reason, mostly due to higher butter prices
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 07 Aug 2017 14:30:00 GMT216395Dow, DuPont Set Aug. 31 for Closing of Historic Chemical Mergerhttp://www.agweb.com/article/dow-dupont-set-aug-31-for-closing-of-historic-chemical-merger-blmg/ Dow, DuPont Set Aug. 31 for Closing of Historic Chemical Merger
Dow, DuPont Set Aug. 31 for Closing of Historic Chemical Merger
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 05 Aug 2017 19:27:00 GMT216378Grain Markets 'Virtually Collapse' This Weekhttp://www.agweb.com/article/grain-markets-virtually-collapse-this-week-NAA-anna-lisa-laca/ After experiencing a strong rally over the past month, the grain markets came crashing down this week.&nbsp; &ldquo;You could call it a virtual collapse of the markets,&rdquo; says Jerry Gulke of the Gulke Group.
After experiencing a strong rally over the past month, the grain markets came crashing down this week. “You could call it a virtual collapse of the markets,” says Jerry Gulke of the Gulke Group.
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 05 Aug 2017 10:00:00 GMT216375Two Different Perspectiveshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/two-different-perspectives/If you were hedged up in grains as a producer, or unhedged in livestock, this was a pretty good week for you. Corn was down 2% and both wheat and soybeans were in the -5% bracket for the week. Grain producers who only use cash market tools or were standing aside took a beating as the weather modera [...]Alan BruglerFri, 04 Aug 2017 21:20:00 GMT30859Analyst: Get Old-Crop Corn Moved, Reown In Augusthttp://www.agweb.com/article/analyst-get-old-crop-corn-moved-reown-in-august-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Summer crop harvest is a few weeks away, and bin space could be a concern to some farmers.
Summer crop harvest is a few weeks away, and bin space could be a concern to some farmers.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 04 Aug 2017 17:01:00 GMT216363Hot, Dry American Summer Unlikely to Dent USDA's Corn Harvest Viewhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/hot-dry-american-summer-unlikely-dent-usdas-corn-harvest-view The full impact of a hot and dry summer in the U.S. Midwest is unlikely to show up in the government&#39;s next estimate of the U.S. corn crop as it typically makes just small adjustments to its harvest outlook during August.
The full impact of a hot and dry summer in the U.S. Midwest is unlikely to show up in the government's next estimate of the U.S. corn crop as it typically makes just small adjustments to its harvest outlook during August.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 04 Aug 2017 15:52:00 GMT216359Cap on Dairy Payments May Be Raised in Next Farm Billhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/cap-on-dairy-payments-may-be-raised-next-farm-bill
A higher cap may allow producers a stronger safety net similar to crop insurance
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A higher cap may allow producers a stronger safety net similar to crop insurance

]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 04 Aug 2017 15:27:00 GMT216357Regaining Confidence in the Dairy MPP Will Take Yearshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/regaining-confidence-dairy-mpp-will-take-years Like Sisyphus&rsquo; eternal struggle to roll the boulder up the mountain, regaining dairy farmer trust in the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) will be an uphill task.
Like Sisyphus’ eternal struggle to roll the boulder up the mountain, regaining dairy farmer trust in the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) will be an uphill task.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 04 Aug 2017 14:54:00 GMT216352Drought Spreads and Intensifies Across U.S. Northern Plainshttp://www.agweb.com/article/drought-spreads-and-intensifies-across-us-northern-plains-apnews/ The drought plaguing eastern Montana and much of North and South Dakota came on quickly and is intensifying, leading ranchers to sell their cattle and farmers to harvest early whatever crops that have grown so far this summer.
The drought plaguing eastern Montana and much of North and South Dakota came on quickly and is intensifying, leading ranchers to sell their cattle and farmers to harvest early whatever crops that have grown so far this summer.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 03 Aug 2017 22:17:00 GMT216351Know Your Corn's Kernel Counthttp://www.agweb.com/article/know-your-corns-kernel-count-NAA-sonja-begemann/ As corn is setting kernels there are many factors that influence its success, pollination among the most critical. Weather, insects, delayed silk emergence and other stresses could all negatively impact the number of kernels on each cob.
As corn is setting kernels there are many factors that influence its success, pollination among the most critical. Weather, insects, delayed silk emergence and other stresses could all negatively impact the number of kernels on each cob.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 21:30:00 GMT216344Corn Is Piling Up on Brazil Farms as Storage Space Runs Shorthttp://www.agweb.com/article/corn-is-piling-up-on-brazil-farms-as-storage-space-runs-short-blmg/ Massive piles of corn stored in the open air. That&rsquo;s the consequence of a huge corn crop in Brazil&rsquo;s largest producing state, Mato Grosso.
Massive piles of corn stored in the open air. That’s the consequence of a huge corn crop in Brazil’s largest producing state, Mato Grosso.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 21:08:00 GMT216340Wet Weather Plays Havoc with Forage Quality in Northeasthttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/wet-weather-plays-havoc-forage-quality-northeast An exceptionally wet spring and a soggy summer has played havoc with forage quality in the Northeast, particularly across large swaths of New York.
&#8203;An exceptionally wet spring and a soggy summer has played havoc with forage quality in the Northeast, particularly across large swaths of New York.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 18:34:00 GMT216329Trump's EPA Is Said to Reject Icahn-Backed Biofuel Program Tweakhttp://www.agweb.com/article/trumps-epa-is-said-to-reject-icahn-backed-biofuel-program-tweak-blmg/ Trump&#39;s EPA Is Said to Reject Icahn-Backed Biofuel Program Tweak
Trump's EPA Is Said to Reject Icahn-Backed Biofuel Program Tweak
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 18:10:00 GMT216331How Big of a Role Are Speculators Playing in Corn, Soybean Markets?http://www.agweb.com/article/how-big-of-a-role-are-speculators-playing-in-corn-soybean-markets-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Soybeans pushed higher on Wednesday after a big drop on Tuesday.
Soybeans pushed higher on Wednesday after a big drop on Tuesday.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 17:21:00 GMT216328Founder Re-Launches Midwest Seed Geneticshttp://www.agweb.com/article/founder-re-launches-midwest-seed-genetics-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Formerly merged into Channel Bio Corp (owned by Monsanto) Midwest Seed Genetics will be relaunched in the Corn Belt for the 2017/2018 season. Founder&nbsp;Don Funk says this comes at a time that farmers are asking for more options.
Formerly merged into Channel Bio Corp (owned by Monsanto) Midwest Seed Genetics will be relaunched in the Corn Belt for the 2017/2018 season. Founder Don Funk says this comes at a time that farmers are asking for more options.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 03 Aug 2017 14:58:00 GMT216335Historic Drought Hammers Dakotas, Montanahttp://www.agweb.com/article/historic-drought-hammers-dakotas-montana-NAA-chris-bennett/ Loss and risk are an assumption in farming; devastation is not. Crops in the Dakotas and Montana are baking on an anvil of severe drought and extreme heat, as growers and ranchers make difficult decisions regarding cattle, corn and wheat.
Loss and risk are an assumption in farming; devastation is not. Crops in the Dakotas and Montana are baking on an anvil of severe drought and extreme heat, as growers and ranchers make difficult decisions regarding cattle, corn and wheat.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 02 Aug 2017 15:55:00 GMT216284Drought Stricken North Dakota to Receive Hay Reliefhttp://www.cattlenetwork.com/news/industry/drought-stricken-north-dakota-receive-hay-relief Hay relief is on its way to North Dakota where drought has taken a toll on grazing and hay stands for livestock producers.
Hay relief is on its way to North Dakota where drought has taken a toll on grazing and hay stands for livestock producers.
]]>Michelle KowalskiTue, 01 Aug 2017 22:10:00 GMT216265Grassland Dairy Products: "This Could Happen To Other Processors"http://www.agweb.com/article/grassland-dairy-products-this-could-happen-to-other-processors-NAA-betsy-jibben/ In April, Grassland Dairy Products, located in Greenwood, Wisc., notified its producers they had until the end of the month to find a new processor. The quick announcement was due to a sudden and drastic change to Canada&rsquo;s milk policy with a little-known dairy product called ultra-filtered mi [...]In April, Grassland Dairy Products, located in Greenwood, Wisc., notified its producers they had until the end of the month to find a new processor. The quick announcement was due to a sudden and drastic change to Canada’s milk policy with a little-known dairy product called ultra-filtered milk. The class is used for cheese production in Canada and encourages Canadian producers to buy certain types of milk products domestically. Grassland wasn’t the only processor forced to drop its customers. Fifty-eight dairies of those operations were in Wisconsin. The notice left farmers in Wisconsin, New York and Minnesota scrambling and trying to find a new home for their milk.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 01 Aug 2017 19:59:00 GMT216250Soy Milk or Bean Slurry?http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/soy-milk-or-bean-slurry Soy groups want soy beverages labeled as milk because consumers know it as milk.
Soy groups want soy beverages labeled as milk because consumers know it as milk.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 01 Aug 2017 15:29:00 GMT216224Profiting On Beans Using Market Carry AND Market Inverseshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/profiting-on-beans-using-market-carry-and-market-inverses/Jon ScheveTue, 01 Aug 2017 09:32:00 GMT30833Pollination Hits and Misseshttp://www.agweb.com/article/pollination-hits-and-misses-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Pollination is among the most critical growth times for corn&mdash;and it often comes at the hottest, driest, most challenging part of the year. Drought, heat and insects all play a vital role in how well your corn pollinates&mdash;examine your environment to see how your crops fare.
Pollination is among the most critical growth times for corn—and it often comes at the hottest, driest, most challenging part of the year. Drought, heat and insects all play a vital role in how well your corn pollinates—examine your environment to see how your crops fare.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 01 Aug 2017 05:15:00 GMT216234Milk Prices to Rise Amid Static Feed Costshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/milk-prices-to-rise-amid-static-feed-costs As we head into the fall, weather will cool off but milk prices are expected to heat up.
As we head into the fall, weather will cool off but milk prices are expected to heat up.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 31 Jul 2017 19:55:00 GMT216181All Focus on Butter and Powderhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/all-focus-on-butter-and-powder Strong demand favored significant activity in the spot trade on Monday.
Strong demand favored significant activity in the spot trade on Monday.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 31 Jul 2017 19:52:00 GMT216180Check Corn for Yield Limiting Factorshttp://www.agweb.com/article/check-corn-for-yield-limiting-factors-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Although planting might seem as if it were ages ago, its effects can show up now. While scouting corn in addition to checking ear size and kernel count, take a look at stand, roots and stalks, and re-examine your ears to determine what when right&mdash;or wrong&mdash;earlier this year.
Although planting might seem as if it were ages ago, its effects can show up now. While scouting corn in addition to checking ear size and kernel count, take a look at stand, roots and stalks, and re-examine your ears to determine what when right—or wrong—earlier this year.

Productivity improves when employees trust management. It starts by showing how you trust them.

]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 31 Jul 2017 13:39:00 GMT216168Added Export Demand Drives Hay Price up in Western Stateshttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/buying-quality-hay-difficult-western-states-added-demand-international-trade Export demand is driving up prices for quality hay in the western U.S.
Export demand is driving up prices for quality hay in the western U.S.
]]>Roger BernardSat, 29 Jul 2017 17:04:00 GMT216135Concentrated Risk and Rewardhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/concentrated-risk-and-reward/Concentrated bets are high risk and high reward. If your 10-1 nag wins at the track, there can be a big payday. Putting a big stack down when you need the next card to be an ace can be a quick way to go bust in a poker game. So what is the crop bet? That prices will be high enough to at least brea [...]Alan BruglerFri, 28 Jul 2017 21:16:00 GMT30821Product Markets Finish Week with a Banghttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/product-markets-finish-week-a-bang Butter, cheese, milk markets see significant jumps on high volume trading.
Butter, cheese, milk markets see significant jumps on high volume trading.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 28 Jul 2017 20:04:00 GMT216131Montana Wildfires Have Burned 368,000 Acreshttp://www.cattlenetwork.com/video/montana-wildfires-have-burned-368000-acres Livestock producers in Montana have been battling multiple wildfires in July, including the 270,200 acre Lodgepole Complex fire.
Livestock producers in Montana have been battling multiple wildfires in July, including the 270,200 acre Lodgepole Complex fire.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 28 Jul 2017 20:01:00 GMT216133GMO Labeling Moving at Snails Pacehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/gmo-labeling-moving-at-snail-s-pace
But marketers continue to race to bring products to market that meet consumer demand
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But marketers continue to race to bring products to market that meet consumer demand

Vilsack tells Congress that we need to act quickly before geographically-relevant cheese names are gone.

]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 27 Jul 2017 13:50:00 GMT216047Ohio Shows Support of Athletes Drinking Milk in Butter Sculptureshttp://www.agweb.com/article/ohio-shows-support-of-athletes-drinking-milk-in-butter-sculptures-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Some school districts, like some in San Francisco, are banning chocolate milk in their lunches, but the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) is encouraging their athletes to drink it.
Some school districts, like some in San Francisco, are banning chocolate milk in their lunches, but the Ohio High School Athletic Association (OHSAA) is encouraging their athletes to drink it.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jul 2017 21:13:00 GMT216031Butter Continues to Reboundhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/butter-continues-to-rebound The in-demand product buoyed the market on Wednesday&nbsp;
The in-demand product buoyed the market on Wednesday
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jul 2017 21:12:00 GMT216028Why It's Unfair to Peg National Corn Yields Below 160http://www.agweb.com/article/why-its-unfair-to-peg-national-corn-yields-below-160-NAA-ashley-davenport/ After the USDA released its weekly crop progress report on Monday, there&rsquo;s been a lot of speculation over the national average yields for the major crops. Some firms have been estimating the average national yield for corn will be less than 160 bushels per acre.
After the USDA released its weekly crop progress report on Monday, there’s been a lot of speculation over the national average yields for the major crops. Some firms have been estimating the average national yield for corn will be less than 160 bushels per acre.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jul 2017 17:34:00 GMT216019Canada Quickly Moving from Customer to Competitorhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/canada-quickly-moving-from-customer-to-competitor
Canada&rsquo;s new milk price give&rsquo;s Canadians an edge in both the domestic and world market
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Canada’s new milk price give’s Canadians an edge in both the domestic and world market

]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jul 2017 14:56:00 GMT216013NMPF Meets with FDA on Dairy Food Labelinghttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/nmpf-meets-fda-on-dairy-food-labeling Mislabeling of imitation dairy products misleads the public into buying nutritionally inferior foods, says NMPF.
Mislabeling of imitation dairy products misleads the public into buying nutritionally inferior foods, says NMPF.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Jul 2017 14:04:00 GMT216010Driven by Dollars to Non-GMO Seedhttp://www.agweb.com/article/driven-by-dollars-to-non-gmo-seed-NAA-chris-bennett/ In 2014, Nathan Reed fought for financial breath even after skinning inputs one by one. No matter how he shifted the figures, the pencil always pointed to the glaring expense of biotech seed. With an eye on cost control, he began switching portions of his ground to non-GMO production supported by a [...]In 2014, Nathan Reed fought for financial breath even after skinning inputs one by one. No matter how he shifted the figures, the pencil always pointed to the glaring expense of biotech seed. With an eye on cost control, he began switching portions of his ground to non-GMO production supported by a minimum till cover crop scheme, and the change led to farm-wide profitability.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 26 Jul 2017 12:30:00 GMT215953Is 50% of North Dakota's CRP Acres Enough for Cattle Producers?http://www.agweb.com/article/is-50-of-north-dakotas-crp-acres-enough-for-cattle-producers-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Farmers in the northern Plains are well aware of the dry conditions, and now they have to resort to drastic measures in order to deal with eroding conditions that are destroying crops and pastures.
Farmers in the northern Plains are well aware of the dry conditions, and now they have to resort to drastic measures in order to deal with eroding conditions that are destroying crops and pastures.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 25 Jul 2017 18:38:00 GMT215999Crop Conditions Keep Dwindling as Summer Progresseshttp://www.agweb.com/article/crop-conditions-keep-dwindling-as-summer-progresses-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Lingering dryness is impacting the livestock markets while an abundance of weekend rain is dragging down the grains.
Lingering dryness is impacting the livestock markets while an abundance of weekend rain is dragging down the grains.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 25 Jul 2017 17:29:00 GMT215984Is Milk Production Starting to Tail Off?http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/production-starting-to-tail-off Cow numbers keep growing but production per cow is starting to wane
Cow numbers keep growing but production per cow is starting to wane
]]>Roger BernardTue, 25 Jul 2017 16:12:00 GMT215980Some Southern Idaho Residents Worry About Proposed University Dairyhttp://www.agweb.com/article/some-southern-idaho-residents-worry-about-proposed-university-dairy-apnews/ Some Jerome County residents are worried that plans for a big new University of Idaho-operated dairy could befoul the local air.
Some Jerome County residents are worried that plans for a big new University of Idaho-operated dairy could befoul the local air.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 25 Jul 2017 15:22:00 GMT215966Profiting In A Sideways Markethttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/profiting-in-a-sideways-market/Jon ScheveMon, 24 Jul 2017 22:07:00 GMT307942017's Corn Yield Could Be Year for Haves and Have Nots http://www.agweb.com/article/2017s-corn-yield-could-be-year-for-haves-and-have-nots--NAA-ashley-davenport/ Weather continues to be front and center while traders are working to calculate crops in the U.S.
Weather continues to be front and center while traders are working to calculate crops in the U.S.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 24 Jul 2017 20:21:00 GMT215949Butter Stocks Down, Cheese Stocks Uphttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/butter-stocks-down-cheese-stocks-up Markets mostly unchanged on Monday
Markets mostly unchanged on Monday
]]>Roger BernardMon, 24 Jul 2017 19:48:00 GMT215947Last Chance to Join Ken Ferrie at Corn Collegehttp://www.agweb.com/article/last-chance-to-join-ken-ferrie-at-corn-college-NAA-jo-windmann/ It&#39;s not too late to head to Heyworth, Ill.&nbsp;to experience hands-on, cutting-edge events that will increase your success for years to come. These events are led by Farm Journal experts, including Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie. This two-day event&nbsp;starts tomorrow,&nbsp;July 25 [...]It's not too late to head to Heyworth, Ill. to experience hands-on, cutting-edge events that will increase your success for years to come. These events are led by Farm Journal experts, including Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie. This two-day event starts tomorrow, July 25.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 24 Jul 2017 17:38:00 GMT215940U.S. Corn Yield and Carryout are Not Reduced One-to-Onehttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/us-corn-yield-and-carryout-are-not-reduced-one-one It seems likely that U.S. corn yield will fall below the government forecast of 170.7 bushels per acre, and even though a smaller harvest would shrink the burdensome carryout, the effect may be lighter than one might expect.
It seems likely that U.S. corn yield will fall below the government forecast of 170.7 bushels per acre, and even though a smaller harvest would shrink the burdensome carryout, the effect may be lighter than one might expect.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 24 Jul 2017 16:16:00 GMT215921Drought Takes Toll on Crops Across Northern Plainshttp://www.agweb.com/article/drought-takes-toll-on-crops-across-northern-plains-apnews/ A punishing drought that stretches across much of the U.S. Northern Plains could cause farmers to lose 64 million bushels of wheat production this year, according to federal officials.
A punishing drought that stretches across much of the U.S. Northern Plains could cause farmers to lose 64 million bushels of wheat production this year, according to federal officials.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 24 Jul 2017 15:58:00 GMT215969Changes to Canadian Supply Management Not Going to Happenhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/changes-to-canadian-supply-management-not-going-to-happen
With NAFTA 2.0 ready to begin negotiations, it&rsquo;s not likely that Canada will soften its borders. And any big changes will have to make it through Congress, first.
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With NAFTA 2.0 ready to begin negotiations, it’s not likely that Canada will soften its borders. And any big changes will have to make it through Congress, first.

Says "consumer confusion" and absence-claim marketing led to decision.

]]>Bob UtterbackMon, 24 Jul 2017 14:20:00 GMT215929California Quota Vote Will Not be a Slam Dunkhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/california-quota-vote-won-t-be-a-slam-dunk Passing a stand-alone quota program that would work in conjunction with the newly proposed Federal Milk Marketing Order in California is by no means certain
Passing a stand-alone quota program that would work in conjunction with the newly proposed Federal Milk Marketing Order in California is by no means certain
]]>Roger BernardMon, 24 Jul 2017 13:57:00 GMT215927Wabash Valley Family Farm Provides Corn for Corn Chipshttp://www.agweb.com/article/wabash-valley-family-farm-provides-corn-for-corn-chips-apnews/ It&#39;s quite possible that shoppers buying corn chips can trace those chips back to Vigo County, Ind.
It's quite possible that shoppers buying corn chips can trace those chips back to Vigo County, Ind.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 24 Jul 2017 09:02:00 GMT215916Aiming for Aflatoxinshttp://www.agweb.com/article/aiming-for-aflatoxins-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Carcinogenic fungus is controlled by new traits in corn
Carcinogenic fungus is controlled by new traits in corn
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 22 Jul 2017 07:41:00 GMT216603Senate Appropriations Committee Makes Changes to 2018 Dairy MPPhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/senate-appropriations-committee-makes-changes-2018-dairy-margin-protection-program The Senate Appropriations Committee tweaked the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) this week, and if passed by Congress would make the program more affordable for smaller producers and increasing the likelihood that margin payments will be triggered.
The Senate Appropriations Committee tweaked the Dairy Margin Protection Program (MPP) this week, and if passed by Congress would make the program more affordable for smaller producers and increasing the likelihood that margin payments will be triggered.
]]>Roger BernardSat, 22 Jul 2017 01:44:00 GMT215912U.S. Cattle Inventory at 103 Million Head, Jumps 4% Since 2015http://www.cattlenetwork.com/news/usda-market-reports/us-cattle-inventory-103-million-head-jumps-4-2015 The U.S. beef cow herd increased 7% in the past two years, while beef replacement heifers were down 2% since USDA&#39;s last mid-year inventory report.
The U.S. beef cow herd increased 7% in the past two years, while beef replacement heifers were down 2% since USDA's last mid-year inventory report.
]]>Unknown AuthorSat, 22 Jul 2017 00:16:00 GMT215902Your Back Yardhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/your-back-yard/In my market outlook presentations around the country, I often remind producers in the audience that you can’t see one millionth of the US crop from your back door. This is to counteract backyarditis, a phrase I coined to describe people who tend to think that whatever is going on in their vicinity [...]Alan BruglerFri, 21 Jul 2017 21:27:00 GMT30780What Corn Price Will Attract Farmer Sales?http://www.agweb.com/https:/www.agweb.com/blog/the-allendale-wake-up-call/what-corn-price-will-attract-farmer-sales/ Grain markets&nbsp;are concentrating on the weather. On each model run the trade waits for the interpretation, then reacts.&nbsp;
Grain markets are concentrating on the weather. On each model run the trade waits for the interpretation, then reacts.
]]>Bob UtterbackFri, 21 Jul 2017 16:06:00 GMT215888Milk Production Rises 1.8% Nationally in 2nd Quarterhttp://www.dairyherd.com/milk-production-rises-18-nationally-2nd-quarter Milk production during the April-June quarter totaled 55.3 billion lb., that&rsquo;s a jump of 1.8 percent compared to the same time last year.
Milk production during the April-June quarter totaled 55.3 billion lb., that’s a jump of 1.8 percent compared to the same time last year.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 21 Jul 2017 03:37:00 GMT215878Differences Between Southern Rust and Common Rusthttp://www.agprofessional.com/corn/disease/differences-between-southern-rust-and-common-rust Here are 5 things you should know.
Here are 5 things you should know.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 20 Jul 2017 20:37:00 GMT215867How's the Corn Crop So Far?http://www.agweb.com/article/hows-the-corn-crop-so-far-NAA-ben-potter/ Each season brings a blend of good, bad and ugly fields. And Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie says it doesn&rsquo;t take a very long trip to prove that point this year.
Each season brings a blend of good, bad and ugly fields. And Farm Journal agronomist Ken Ferrie says it doesn’t take a very long trip to prove that point this year.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 20 Jul 2017 20:14:00 GMT215868Expect $4.70 Corn With Sub-Trend Line Yields, Delayed Market Reactionhttp://www.agweb.com/article/expect-470-corn-with-sub-trend-line-yields-delayed-market-reaction-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Despite recent price action, corn markets have relatively stayed sideways in 2017. Mark Gold, managing partner with Top Third Ag Marketing, said there isn&rsquo;t a chance the U.S. will repeat the same yields in 2017 that farmers experienced in 2016.
Despite recent price action, corn markets have relatively stayed sideways in 2017. Mark Gold, managing partner with Top Third Ag Marketing, said there isn’t a chance the U.S. will repeat the same yields in 2017 that farmers experienced in 2016.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 20 Jul 2017 19:36:00 GMT215865H-2A Revisions Make It Palatable For Dairy Producershttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/h-2a-revisions-make-it-palatable-for-dairy-producers Amendment would open up program to all of ag, nullify short term requirements.
Amendment would open up program to all of ag, nullify short term requirements.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 19 Jul 2017 20:12:00 GMT215831USDA Crop Conditions Sees Worst Mark Since 2013http://www.agweb.com/article/usda-crop-conditions-sees-worst-mark-since-2013-NAA-ashley-davenport/ A dome of heat is pushing its way across farm country as major grains see their worst condition ratings in nearly four years.
A dome of heat is pushing its way across farm country as major grains see their worst condition ratings in nearly four years.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 19 Jul 2017 18:12:00 GMT215808Canada PM Stands by Supply Management as U.S. Debates NAFTAhttp://www.agweb.com/article/canada-pm-stands-by-supply-management-as-us-debates-nafta-apnews/ Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will continue to defend the supply management system that protects the Canadian dairy industry in talks about revamping the North American Free Trade Agreement.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says he will continue to defend the supply management system that protects the Canadian dairy industry in talks about revamping the North American Free Trade Agreement.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 19 Jul 2017 17:20:00 GMT216388Real Faces of Dairy: Meeting Needs of Rural and Urban Dwellershttp://www.agweb.com/article/real-faces-of-dairy-meeting-needs-of-rural-and-urban-dwellers-NAA-betsy-jibben/ Soil seems like a long way from the milk aisle but one Wisconsin dairyman is making caring for the land a top priority for producing a top product and turning into a partnership between rural and urban.
For Jeff Endres of Endres BerryRidge Farms, the responsibility of a good producer goes furt [...]Soil seems like a long way from the milk aisle but one Wisconsin dairyman is making caring for the land a top priority for producing a top product and turning into a partnership between rural and urban.

For Jeff Endres of Endres BerryRidge Farms, the responsibility of a good producer goes further than just working with cattle -it starts in the soil.

]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 19 Jul 2017 17:19:00 GMT215981Milk Fat Adds $2.5 Billion to Milk Checkshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/milk-fat-adds-2-5-billion-to-farmers-milk-checks Milk fat accounts for about 50% of farmer milk checks, up from 38% just a few years ago.
Milk fat accounts for about 50% of farmer milk checks, up from 38% just a few years ago.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 19 Jul 2017 16:15:00 GMT215792How Corn Could Swing Up to $5.00 ... or Down to $3.50http://www.agweb.com/article/how-corn-could-swing-up-to-500--or-down-to-350-NAA-ben-potter/ Bob Utterback, president and CEO of Utterback Marketing Services, doesn&rsquo;t often get called a bull when it comes to grain marketing. But even for him, sometimes the occasion absolutely calls for it, he jokes.
Bob Utterback, president and CEO of Utterback Marketing Services, doesn’t often get called a bull when it comes to grain marketing. But even for him, sometimes the occasion absolutely calls for it, he jokes.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 18 Jul 2017 19:18:00 GMT215757Armyworm Influx Risks Worsening South Sudan Hunger, UN Sayshttp://www.agweb.com/article/armyworm-influx-risks-worsening-south-sudan-hunger-un-says-blmg/ Half of war-torn nation&rsquo;s people already seeing food shortages.
Half of war-torn nation’s people already seeing food shortages.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 18 Jul 2017 18:03:00 GMT215741Weekly Report Shows North Dakota Crops, Pastures Sufferinghttp://www.agweb.com/article/weekly-report-shows-north-dakota-crops-pastures-suffering-apnews/ Crops and pastures continue to suffer in North Dakota as drought persists.
Crops and pastures continue to suffer in North Dakota as drought persists.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 18 Jul 2017 17:27:00 GMT215742Grassland Still Looks For Other Market As Dropped Producers Respondhttp://www.agweb.com/article/grassland-still-looks-for-other-market-as-dropped-producers-respond-NAA-betsy-jibben/ Back in April, Grassland Dairy Products, a processor in Wisconsin, gave notice to dozens of dairies their contract would be terminated by the end of the month. The ax was all due to a change in Canada&rsquo;s milk market, which would no longer take some U.S. products called ultra-filtered milk. The [...]Back in April, Grassland Dairy Products, a processor in Wisconsin, gave notice to dozens of dairies their contract would be terminated by the end of the month. The ax was all due to a change in Canada’s milk market, which would no longer take some U.S. products called ultra-filtered milk. The Wisconsin Department of Agricultural Trade and Consumer Protection says 58 dairies in the state were dropped, and all but two found new processors.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 18 Jul 2017 14:12:00 GMT215842McDonald's Free Ice Cream Promotion Marred by App Glitchhttp://www.agweb.com/article/mcdonalds-free-ice-cream-promotion-marred-by-app-glitch-apnews/ A McDonald&#39;s promotion for free ice cream cones to celebrate National Ice Cream Day went awry because of a glitch with the fast food giant&#39;s mobile app.
A McDonald's promotion for free ice cream cones to celebrate National Ice Cream Day went awry because of a glitch with the fast food giant's mobile app.
]]>Jim DickrellMon, 17 Jul 2017 20:44:00 GMT215724FJCTV: "Historic" Japanese Beetle Damagehttp://www.agweb.com/article/fjctv-historic-japanese-beetle-damage-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Japanese beetles are spreading across the country, and this year, infestations appear to be at or near record levels in parts of the Corn Belt.
Japanese beetles are spreading across the country, and this year, infestations appear to be at or near record levels in parts of the Corn Belt.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 17 Jul 2017 16:01:00 GMT215710Grand Slams vs Strike Outs In Grain Marketinghttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/grand-slams-vs-strike-outs-in-grain-marketing/Jon ScheveMon, 17 Jul 2017 14:28:00 GMT30751Duracade Corn Approved for Chinese Importhttp://www.agweb.com/article/duracade-corn-approved-for-chinese-import-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Monday Syngenta announced it received Chinese approval for Duracade corn grain and processing co-products for food and feed use. The product received approval from USDA and EPA in 2013.
Monday Syngenta announced it received Chinese approval for Duracade corn grain and processing co-products for food and feed use. The product received approval from USDA and EPA in 2013.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 17 Jul 2017 14:27:00 GMT215704July 16, 2017: National Ice Cream Dayhttp://www.agweb.com/article/july-16-2017-national-ice-cream-day-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The third Sunday in July is always designated as National Ice Cream Day.
The third Sunday in July is always designated as National Ice Cream Day.
]]>Roger BernardSun, 16 Jul 2017 11:00:00 GMT215678Settlement Reached Over Cattle Grazing on Point Reyeshttp://www.agweb.com/article/settlement-reached-over-cattle-grazing-on-point-reyes-NAA-associated-press/ Conservation groups, ranchers and the National Park Service have reached a settlement over the future of livestock in Point Reyes National Seashore.
&#8203;Conservation groups, ranchers and the National Park Service have reached a settlement over the future of livestock in Point Reyes National Seashore.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 14 Jul 2017 21:32:00 GMT215659Selling The Facthttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/selling-the-fact/Selling the Fact
I often use a list of Trader’s Axioms in my speeches, those little mnemonics that help you keep perspective when the market is doing its thing. Last week we talked about “sell the rumor, buy the fact”. It’s mirror image cousin is “Buy the rumor, sell the fact”. We did such a goo [...]Alan BruglerFri, 14 Jul 2017 20:44:00 GMT30743Is There a Chance of Marketing Old-Crop Corn?http://www.agweb.com/article/is-there-a-chance-of-marketing-old-crop-corn-NAA-ashley-davenport/ There are quite a few farmers out there that still have a lot of old-crop corn in the bins, but they&rsquo;re waiting on a rally.
There are quite a few farmers out there that still have a lot of old-crop corn in the bins, but they’re waiting on a rally.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 14 Jul 2017 17:50:00 GMT215666On Farm Events, Risk Versus Rewardhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/on-farm-events-risk-versus-reward
Ebert Enterprises allow thousands to visit their farm.&nbsp;
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20-plus cent block-barrel price spread creates risk for those who use a hedging program

]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 14 Jul 2017 14:20:00 GMT215651Program Protecting Young Immigrants May Be Illegalhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/program-protecting-young-immigrants-may-be-illegal
Department of Homeland Security Chief has doubts about legality of program, though he supports it.&nbsp;
&nbsp;

Department of Homeland Security Chief has doubts about legality of program, though he supports it.

]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 14 Jul 2017 14:18:00 GMT215650Tennessee Restricts Dicamba Usehttp://www.agweb.com/article/tennessee-restricts-dicamba-use-NAA-sara-brown/ Tennessee is the latest state to limit use of dicamba pesticide from Monsanto Co. This marks the fourth state to halt its use over claims of lost crops due to drift.
Tennessee is the latest state to limit use of dicamba pesticide from Monsanto Co. This marks the fourth state to halt its use over claims of lost crops due to drift.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 13 Jul 2017 23:53:00 GMT215673Milder Weather Dumps Grain Markets http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/milder-weather-dumps-grain-markets Plus block, barrel spread back to 20 cents.
Plus block, barrel spread back to 20 cents.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 13 Jul 2017 20:17:00 GMT215638Strike the Balance of Biotech and Non-GMOhttp://www.agweb.com/article/strike-the-balance-of-biotech-and-non-gmo-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Getting it right means staying flexible and learning from experience.
Getting it right means staying flexible and learning from experience.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 13 Jul 2017 14:30:00 GMT215617Is There a Genetic Limit to Milk Production?http://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/there-genetic-limit-milk-production Cow comfort and herd management, not genetics, is limiting production in most herds, say these geneticists.
Cow comfort and herd management, not genetics, is limiting production in most herds, say these geneticists.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 13 Jul 2017 10:42:00 GMT215605June Heat Wave in California Kills Thousands of Cowshttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/june-heat-wave-california-kills-thousands-cows An estimated in 4,000-6,000 cows died in Fresno County alone during a recent heat wave.
An estimated in 4,000-6,000 cows died in Fresno County alone during a recent heat wave.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 12 Jul 2017 22:12:00 GMT215604U.S. Wheat Output Is Looking Better Than Analysts Had Fearedhttp://www.agweb.com/article/us-wheat-output-is-looking-better-than-analysts-had-feared-blmg/ USDA boosts outlook for production of winter varieties.
USDA boosts outlook for production of winter varieties.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 12 Jul 2017 20:49:00 GMT215602Washington farmer charged with animal abuse gets cows backhttp://www.agweb.com/article/washington-farmer-charged-with-animal-abuse-gets-cows-back-apnews/ Washington farmer charged with animal abuse gets cows back
Washington farmer charged with animal abuse gets cows back
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 12 Jul 2017 19:51:00 GMT215616Africa's Richest Man Invests $4.6 Billion in Nigeria Farminghttp://www.agweb.com/article/africas-richest-man-invests-46-billion-in-nigeria-farming-blmg/ Billionaire to spend on sugar, rice and dairy production.
Billionaire to spend on sugar, rice and dairy production.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 12 Jul 2017 19:48:00 GMT215599USDA Reports Shave Top off Corn Rallieshttp://www.agweb.com/article/usda-reports-shave-top-off-corn-rallies-NAA-sara-schafer/ The July 12 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates delivered a blow to the corn market, but showed support for soybeans.
The July 12 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates delivered a blow to the corn market, but showed support for soybeans.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 12 Jul 2017 19:02:00 GMT215596USDA: Season-Average Corn Prices Down a Dime, Soybeans Up a Dimehttp://www.agweb.com/article/usda-season-average-corn-prices-down-a-dime-soybeans-up-a-dime-NAA-usda/ Both corn and soybean production is forecast higher based on more planted and harvested acres, according to the July 12 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
Both corn and soybean production is forecast higher based on more planted and harvested acres, according to the July 12 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 12 Jul 2017 16:10:00 GMT215593Qatar's First Air Shipment of Cows Lands Despite Boycotthttp://www.agweb.com/article/qatars-first-air-shipment-of-cows-lands-despite-boycott-blmg/ A total of 4,000 animals are expected to arrive within a month.
A total of 4,000 animals are expected to arrive within a month.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 12 Jul 2017 13:41:00 GMT215588DFA Sells Plant in New York, $200 Million to be Invested by HP Hoodhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/dfa-sells-plant-new-york-200-million-be-invested-hp-hood HP Hood plans to invest $200 million in the idled New York yogurt plant.
HP Hood plans to invest $200 million in the idled New York yogurt plant.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 11 Jul 2017 21:27:00 GMT215569Wheat in Focus Again With Wednesday's Key USDA Crop Reporthttp://www.agweb.com/article/wheat-in-focus-again-with-wednesdays-key-usda-crop-report-blmg/ Lower production estimate seen in the USDA&rsquo;s latest WASDE data.
Lower production estimate seen in the USDA’s latest WASDE data.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 11 Jul 2017 19:00:00 GMT215563Will Hot, Dry Weather Make China Become a Big Buyer of U.S. Corn?http://www.agweb.com/article/will-hot-dry-weather-make-china-become-a-big-buyer-of-us-corn-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Hot and dry conditions in the western Corn Belt are being mirrored half a world away in the farm communities in China.
Hot and dry conditions in the western Corn Belt are being mirrored half a world away in the farm communities in China.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 11 Jul 2017 18:20:00 GMT215561Dry Conditions in Western Corn Belt Cause Crop Conditions to Decreasehttp://www.agweb.com/article/dry-conditions-in-western-corn-belt-cause-crop-conditions-to-decrease-NAA-ashley-davenport/ On Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its weekly crop progress report, and the corn condition across the country has dropped.
On Monday, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released its weekly crop progress report, and the corn condition across the country has dropped.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 11 Jul 2017 17:24:00 GMT215564Flinchbaugh Grades Trump on Aghttp://www.agweb.com/article/flinchbaugh-grades-trump-on-ag-NAA-greg-henderson/ President&#39;s grades are mixed on four major agricultural issues, says ag policy expert.
President's grades are mixed on four major agricultural issues, says ag policy expert.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 11 Jul 2017 17:01:00 GMT215560University of Wisconsin initiative focuses on making cows happier.http://www.agweb.com/article/researchers-say-happiness-turns-dairy-cows-into-cash-cows-NAA-associated-press/ Dairy farmers, take note: The key to turning your dairy cow into a cash cow is udder happiness.
Dairy farmers, take note: The key to turning your dairy cow into a cash cow is udder happiness.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 11 Jul 2017 14:00:00 GMT215540Forage Quality Drives Milk Productionhttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/forage-quality-drives-milk-production High quality forage, not grain, key to high milk output.
High quality forage, not grain, key to high milk output.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jul 2017 21:46:00 GMT215519Woman Pleads Guilty in Probe of Illegal Labor at Dairy Farmshttp://www.agweb.com/article/woman-pleads-guilty-in-probe-of-illegal-labor-at-dairy-farms-apnews/ A judge has accepted a guilty plea in an investigation of illegal labor at dairies in Michigan&#39;s Thumb region.
A judge has accepted a guilty plea in an investigation of illegal labor at dairies in Michigan's Thumb region.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jul 2017 20:31:00 GMT215514Grain Markets Near Contract Highshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/grain-markets-near-contract-highs All dairy products in the CME spot market up as well. Class III took a tumble.
All dairy products in the CME spot market up as well. Class III took a tumble.
]]>Jim WiesemeyerMon, 10 Jul 2017 20:25:00 GMT215515U.S. Dairy Export Value Up 34% Over Last Mayhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/export-value-up-34-over-last-may Japan up 84%, Mexico up 71%, China up 48%
Japan up 84%, Mexico up 71%, China up 48%
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jul 2017 19:56:00 GMT215512Yield Risk on Eastern, Western Corn Belt to Keep Prices Elevated http://www.agweb.com/article/yield-risk-on-eastern-western-corn-belt-to-keep-prices-elevated--NAA-ashley-davenport/ As a new week and unfolds, Joe Vaclavik, president of Standard Grain, is watching how the markets will react to weather forecasts and yields traders can punch in their balance sheets.
As a new week and unfolds, Joe Vaclavik, president of Standard Grain, is watching how the markets will react to weather forecasts and yields traders can punch in their balance sheets.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 10 Jul 2017 19:40:00 GMT215511Dairy Cost of Production Continues Upwardhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/cost-of-production-continues-upward USDA Releases&nbsp;May&#39;s&nbsp;Milk Cost of Production Estimate
USDA Releases May's Milk Cost of Production Estimate
]]>Roger BernardMon, 10 Jul 2017 19:01:00 GMT215509Using A Calendar Spread Option To Diversify My Marketing Planhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/using-a-calendar-spread-option-to-diversify-my-marketing-plan/Jon ScheveMon, 10 Jul 2017 15:47:00 GMT30709Federal Agencies Can't Agree on Milk Definitionhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/federal-agencies-can-t-agree-on-milk-definition Greater clarity would help the dairy industry&#39;s cause to leave &#39;milk&#39; to dairy
Greater clarity would help the dairy industry's cause to leave 'milk' to dairy
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 10 Jul 2017 13:55:00 GMT215489Just 13 Counties Account for 25% of Milk Productionhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/just-13-counties-account-25-milk-production U.S. milk production is highly concentrated, with just 59 counties producing 50% of California and Federal Milk Marketing Order production, according to analysis by USDA.
U.S. milk production is highly concentrated, with just 59 counties producing 50% of California and Federal Milk Marketing Order production, according to analysis by USDA.
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 08 Jul 2017 19:26:00 GMT215380Buying The Facthttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/buying-the-fact/Two of my favorite axioms came into play this week. The first is “sell the rumor, buy the fact”. The second is “The bull move is over when good news fails to make it move higher”. The former played out in corn. Prices were lower for several days ahead of the June 30 USDA reports. After seeing the tr [...]Alan BruglerFri, 07 Jul 2017 21:11:00 GMT30703Dairy Dispute with Canada Gets More and More Curioushttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/america-s-dairy-dispute-canada-gets-more-and-more-curious The trade dispute might come down to semantics.
The trade dispute might come down to semantics.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 07 Jul 2017 14:33:00 GMT215446Parlor Talk: Will you go non-GMO in the near future?http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/parlor-talk-will-you-go-non-gmo-near-future See what farmers across the nation think about non-GMO options.&nbsp;
See what farmers across the nation think about non-GMO options.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 07 Jul 2017 13:36:00 GMT215444Grain Markets Seem Surprised by Hot, Dry Weatherhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/grain-markets-seem-surprised-by-hot-dry-weather Markets fluctuate over how weather patterns impact potential yields
Markets fluctuate over how weather patterns impact potential yields
]]>Roger BernardThu, 06 Jul 2017 20:01:00 GMT215429CBO Raises Dairy Baselinehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/cbo-raises-dairy-baseline More money now available to tweak dairy Margin Protection Program.&nbsp;
More money now available to tweak dairy Margin Protection Program.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 06 Jul 2017 19:43:00 GMT215427Six Reasons to Attend AgPro Training Day, August 1http://www.agprofessional.com/events-and-contests/six-reasons-attend-agpro-training-day-august-1 Gain hands-on agronomic training, insights into the latest regulatory news from Washington, and the opportunity to interact with other industry leaders during the AgPro Training Day on August 1, just outside Bloomington, Illinois.
This one-day event is open to all ag professionals&mdash;retail [...]Gain hands-on agronomic training, insights into the latest regulatory news from Washington, and the opportunity to interact with other industry leaders during the AgPro Training Day on August 1, just outside Bloomington, Illinois.

This one-day event is open to all ag professionals—retailers, crop consultants, company agronomists, farm and rural land appraisers, farm managers, Extension specialists and others.

]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 06 Jul 2017 14:11:00 GMT215403Let the Rumen Be Your Guidehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/let-rumen-be-your-guide Rumination changes should be a call to action
Rumination changes should be a call to action
]]>Jim DickrellThu, 06 Jul 2017 13:26:00 GMT215399Local Field Trials Help Farmers See ROIhttp://www.agprofessional.com/magazine/local-field-trials-%E2%80%98sell%E2%80%99-farmers-new-products-and-practices New practices could be best tested closer to home.
New practices could be best tested closer to home.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 06 Jul 2017 12:38:00 GMT215218NAICC: A Slow Start to the 2017 Crophttp://www.agweb.com/article/naicc-a-slow-start-to-the-2017-crop-NAA-agpro/ One of the contributing factors to our alfalfa stand losses is a root rot called Aphanomyces race 2. The prolonged wet conditions allowed this root disease to finish off already-weakened alfalfa crowns.
One of the contributing factors to our alfalfa stand losses is a root rot called Aphanomyces race 2. The prolonged wet conditions allowed this root disease to finish off already-weakened alfalfa crowns.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 05 Jul 2017 21:12:00 GMT215379U.S. Prices Getting More Competitive on Global Marketshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/u-s-prices-getting-more-competitive-on-global-markets Present prices starting to get some looks on global stage.
Present prices starting to get some looks on global stage.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 05 Jul 2017 21:03:00 GMT215391U.S. Farmers Running out of Opportunities to Sell Corn at Profithttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/markets/us-farmers-running-out-opportunities-sell-corn-profitUnknown AuthorWed, 05 Jul 2017 20:40:00 GMT215381Should You Believe the USDA Acreage Report? Context Mattershttp://www.agweb.com/article/should-you-believe-the-usda-acreage-report-context-matters-NAA-christopher-walljasper/ After the USDA&rsquo;s June 30 acreage report last Friday, some people were questioning its accuracy. The March 30 prospective planting report had corn and soybeans within 500 thousand acres of each other, and many anticipated some of those corn acres moving to beans after April and May made for on [...]After the USDA’s June 30 acreage report last Friday, some people were questioning its accuracy. The March 30 prospective planting report had corn and soybeans within 500 thousand acres of each other, and many anticipated some of those corn acres moving to beans after April and May made for one of the wettest springs on record. But the June report widened that gap to 1.4 million acres, with corn currently estimated at 90.9 million acres and soybeans at 89.5 million acres.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 05 Jul 2017 20:20:00 GMT215384Dairy Prices Fall, Volumes Increase at Auctionhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/markets/dairy-prices-fall-volumes-increase-auction Global dairy prices continued to moderate after a strong run earlier in the year at a fortnightly auction on Wednesday, although closely watched whole milk powder prices rose.
Global dairy prices continued to moderate after a strong run earlier in the year at a fortnightly auction on Wednesday, although closely watched whole milk powder prices rose.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Jul 2017 18:33:00 GMT215377Milk Prices Are Exceeding Expectationshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/milk-prices-are-exceeding-expectations Milk prices this year are well above a year ago for the first half of the year, even with more milk, more cows and more cheese.
Milk prices this year are well above a year ago for the first half of the year, even with more milk, more cows and more cheese.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Jul 2017 14:44:00 GMT215368Japan, EU on Cusp of Trade Dealhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/japan-eu-on-cusp-of-trade-deal Bilateral agreement would send more EU cheese to Japan.
Bilateral agreement would send more EU cheese to Japan.
]]>Jim DickrellWed, 05 Jul 2017 14:32:00 GMT215367What the Amazon, Whole Foods Deal Means for Dairyhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/what-amazon-whole-foods-deal-means-for-dairy Amazon&rsquo;s $13.7 billion purchase will extend AmazonFresh platform to local stores
Amazon’s $13.7 billion purchase will extend AmazonFresh platform to local stores
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 05 Jul 2017 13:31:00 GMT215365A New Look at Motivating Employeeshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/a-new-look-at-motivating-employees Focus on how your employees feel about their work, rather than just the work itself
Focus on how your employees feel about their work, rather than just the work itself
]]>Roger BernardWed, 05 Jul 2017 13:29:00 GMT215364Top Agronomic Concerns in 2017http://www.agprofessional.com/magazine/naicc-slow-start-2017-crop NAICC President shares insights.
NAICC President shares insights.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 05 Jul 2017 11:46:00 GMT215217Selling Hope and Timehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/selling-hope-and-time/Jon ScheveMon, 03 Jul 2017 16:45:00 GMT30682Upstate NY Dairy Farmer Co-op to Buy Kraft Heinz Planthttp://www.agweb.com/article/upstate-ny-dairy-farmer-co-op-to-buy-kraft-heinz-plant-apnews/ Upstate NY dairy farmer co-op to buy Kraft Heinz plant
Upstate NY dairy farmer co-op to buy Kraft Heinz plant
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jun 2017 21:45:00 GMT215335Fireworkshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/fireworks/Just ahead of next week’s 4th of July Holiday, it seems that somebody has lit the fuse for the spring wheat contracts. Watching the markets this week was almost as enjoyable as watching a barrage of fireworks during the most American celebration of them all! Corn, soybeans, and hogs were the show, w [...]Alan BruglerFri, 30 Jun 2017 21:20:00 GMT30675US-Earns-General-Millshttp://www.agweb.com/article/yoplaits-sales-keep-falling-as-chobani-targets-non-greek-apnews/ Yoplait&#39;s sales are free falling, and its parent company is about to face even more competition in the dairy case.
Yoplait's sales are free falling, and its parent company is about to face even more competition in the dairy case.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jun 2017 18:32:00 GMT215324Wisconsin Dairy Uses Conservation Practices to Save Soil, Boost Profithttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/wisconsin-dairy-uses-conservation-practices-save-soil-boost-profits When you farm the ancient, steeply sloping coulees of southwest Wisconsin&rsquo;s unglaciated Driftless Area, soil conservation is not a luxury, it&rsquo;s your livelihood.
When you farm the ancient, steeply sloping coulees of southwest Wisconsin’s unglaciated Driftless Area, soil conservation is not a luxury, it’s your livelihood.
]]>Jim DickrellFri, 30 Jun 2017 18:05:00 GMT215318Complete Coverage of June 30 Acreage, Grain Stocks Reportshttp://www.agweb.com/article/complete-coverage-of-june-30-acreage-grain-stocks-reports-2017-NAA-agwebcom-editors/ See all of the report data, coverage and analysis of USDA&#39;s June 30 Acreage and Grain Stocks reports.
See all of the report data, coverage and analysis of USDA's June 30 Acreage and Grain Stocks reports.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 30 Jun 2017 16:45:00 GMT2153502017 June Grain Stocks: Grain Stocks by Position and Monthhttp://www.agweb.com/article/2017-june-grain-stocks-grain-stocks-by-position-and-month-NAA-usda/ See USDA&#39;s Grain Stocks report.
See USDA's Grain Stocks report.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 30 Jun 2017 16:20:00 GMT2153022017 Acreage: Corn Planted All Purposes Down 3.3% from 2016http://www.agweb.com/article/2017-acreage-corn-planted-all-purposes-down-33-from-2016-NAA-usda/ Corn Area Planted for All Purposes and Harvested for Grain.
Corn Area Planted for All Purposes and Harvested for Grain.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jun 2017 16:15:00 GMT215309How Green Valley Dairy Focuses on Sustaining Profitabilityhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/how-green-valley-dairy-focuses-on-sustaining-profitability All management decisions are set toward sustainability and profitability
All management decisions are set toward sustainability and profitability
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 30 Jun 2017 16:13:00 GMT215294Grain Stocks: Corn Up 11% from 2016, Soybean Up 11%, All Wheat Up 21%http://www.agweb.com/article/grain-stocks-corn-up-11-from-2016-soybean-up-11-all-wheat-up-21-NAA-usda/ Corn stocks in all positions on June 1, 2017 totaled 5.23 billion bushels, while soybeans stored in all positions totaled 963 million bushels.
Corn stocks in all positions on June 1, 2017 totaled 5.23 billion bushels, while soybeans stored in all positions totaled 963 million bushels.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jun 2017 16:00:00 GMT215290U.S. Milk Production Highly Concentrated in Just 59 Countieshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/u-s-milk-production-highly-concentrated-just-59-counties And just 13 counties account for 25% of milk production in California and Federal Orders.
And just 13 counties account for 25% of milk production in California and Federal Orders.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 30 Jun 2017 12:50:00 GMT215274Pre-report Coverage of June 30 Acreage, Grain Stocks Reportshttp://www.agweb.com/article/pre-report-coverage-of-june-30-acreage-grain-stocks-reports-NAA-agwebcom-editors/ See all of the pre-report data, coverage and analysis ahead of the&nbsp;USDA&#39;s June 30 Acreage and Grain Stocks reports.
See all of the pre-report data, coverage and analysis ahead of the USDA's June 30 Acreage and Grain Stocks reports.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 29 Jun 2017 21:15:00 GMT215267Class III Prices Continue to Slidehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/class-iii-prices-continue-to-slide Second half average is at $16.53.
Second half average is at $16.53.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 29 Jun 2017 20:44:00 GMT215262Will Soybean Acres Surpass Corn This Year?http://www.agweb.com/article/will-soybean-acres-surpass-corn-this-year-NAA-christopher-walljasper/ Ahead of the USDA&#39;s June 30 crop production report, market analysts and producers have been wondering if soybean acres will finally surpass corn acres planted for the first time since the Ag Department first began reporting acres.
Ahead of the USDA's June 30 crop production report, market analysts and producers have been wondering if soybean acres will finally surpass corn acres planted for the first time since the Ag Department first began reporting acres.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 29 Jun 2017 20:20:00 GMT215263Have We Already Seen Our Summer Rally?http://www.agweb.com/article/have-we-already-seen-our-summer-rally-NAA-ashley-davenport/ In the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report, corn conditions went up a few points in the &ldquo;excellent&rdquo; category. While that may be true, there&rsquo;s a lot of variability that seems extreme to have another record-setting crop in 2017.
In the latest U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) report, corn conditions went up a few points in the “excellent” category. While that may be true, there’s a lot of variability that seems extreme to have another record-setting crop in 2017.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 29 Jun 2017 20:11:00 GMT215258Dairy Producers Advance Sustainable Practices From Farm to Tablehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/dairy-producers-are-advancing-sustainable-practices-from-farm-to-table
Sixth annual U.S. Dairy Sustainability award winners announced
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]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 28 Jun 2017 15:07:00 GMT215203New Feed Rules Could Cut New Zealand Milk Production http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/new-feed-rules-could-cut-new-zealand-production As more operations move toward high-input systems, the cost of feed becomes a more important variable
As more operations move toward high-input systems, the cost of feed becomes a more important variable
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 28 Jun 2017 14:00:00 GMT215199Block, Barrel Spread Stays Near 16 Centshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/block-barrel-spread-stays-near-16-cents Both markets unchanged on Tuesday bids
Both markets unchanged on Tuesday bids
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 27 Jun 2017 19:54:00 GMT215174International Community Ratchets Up Pressure On Canada over Dairy Tradhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/international-community-ratchets-up-pressure-on-canada-over-dairy-trade-policy Dairy groups from Argentina, Australia, the European Union, Mexico,&nbsp;New Zealand and the United States are participating in the effort.
Dairy groups from Argentina, Australia, the European Union, Mexico, New Zealand and the United States are participating in the effort.
]]>Jim WiesemeyerTue, 27 Jun 2017 19:08:00 GMT215164Dicamba Management, Fungicide ROI & EPA Regs Headline Retailer Eventhttp://www.agprofessional.com/events-and-contests/dicamba-management-fungicide-selection-epa-regulations-headline-upcoming-event Retailers looking to increase their agronomic know-how to manage the new dicamba formulations more effectively will find a wealth of information at the 2017 AgPro Retailer Day. Registration is now open for the event, which takes place August 1 at the Crop-Tech Consulting facility just outside Bloom [...]Retailers looking to increase their agronomic know-how to manage the new dicamba formulations more effectively will find a wealth of information at the 2017 AgPro Retailer Day. Registration is now open for the event, which takes place August 1 at the Crop-Tech Consulting facility just outside Bloomington, Illinois.

Between now and July 15, early-bird registration is only $175 for retailers, agronomists and crop consultants who want to attend the one-day event, which offers five Continuing Education Credits. Breakfast and lunch are also included in that price.

During the event, Farm Journal Field Agronomist Ken Ferrie and team will lead attendees through a session on managing dicamba technology, including a look back and discussion of this season’s applications. Along with that, Ferrie will address how retailers can manage the new dicamba formulations effectively in 2018, and will look at the factors that cause drift--which ones you can fix and which ones you must manage around and how.

]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 27 Jun 2017 15:54:00 GMT215156Indiana Struggles with "Ragged" Corn Crophttp://www.agweb.com/article/indiana-struggles-with-ragged-corn-crop-NAA-betsy-jibben/ According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), about half of the Indiana corn crop is rated good to excellent, and soybeans aren&rsquo;t in much better shape.
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According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), about half of the Indiana corn crop is rated good to excellent, and soybeans aren’t in much better shape.

]]>Roger BernardTue, 27 Jun 2017 14:27:00 GMT215141The Butter Texas Two Stephttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/butter-s-texas-two-step The butter market, after being down at the end of last week, was up just over 3 cents on Monday
The butter market, after being down at the end of last week, was up just over 3 cents on Monday
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 26 Jun 2017 19:20:00 GMT215113Milk Production Not Phased by Arizona Heat Wave http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/arizona-heat-wave-doesn-t-affect-milk-production Despite near record heat, dew points and humidity are still low.
Despite near record heat, dew points and humidity are still low.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 26 Jun 2017 18:05:00 GMT215112Economists Predict $17 Milk for Balance of 2017http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/economists-predict-we-ll-hit-and-stay-at-17-milk Prices will get there if production stays steady and exports continue strong,
Prices will get there if production stays steady and exports continue strong,
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 26 Jun 2017 15:30:00 GMT215102Global Dairy Prices Pulling U.S. Prices Higherhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/global-dairy-prices-pulling-u-s-prices-higher Even as production increases and inventories rise, U.S. dairy prices are following global prices higher
Even as production increases and inventories rise, U.S. dairy prices are following global prices higher
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 26 Jun 2017 13:42:00 GMT215080Torpedoedhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/torpedoed/In last week’s Minesweeper themed column, we noted that wheat and soy oil were still rising, but that corn and soybeans were taking on a little water. This week, it appeared that all four were hit by torpedoes and are down at the bow. Some of the bull convoy is still intact. The notable exception is [...]Alan BruglerFri, 23 Jun 2017 20:46:00 GMT30635Harvesting and Handling High-quality Baleagehttp://www.agweb.com/article/harvesting-and-handling-high-quality-baleage-NAA-university-news-release/ Baleage can provide a high-quality fermented forage, but careful attention to management is needed to produce a consistent, uniform feed.&nbsp;
Baleage can provide a high-quality fermented forage, but careful attention to management is needed to produce a consistent, uniform feed.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 23 Jun 2017 20:37:00 GMT214864Emergency Grazing Opened in Drought Impacted Northern Plainshttp://www.cattlenetwork.com/news/industry/emergency-grazing-opened-drought-impacted-montana-north-dakota-and-south-dakota Emergency grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands by &nbsp;Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue for producers in South Dakota, North Dakota and Montana impacted by drought. &nbsp;
Emergency grazing on Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) lands by Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue for producers in South Dakota, North Dakota and Montana impacted by drought.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 23 Jun 2017 20:23:00 GMT215062Count the Rings Around the Corn Collarshttp://www.agprofessional.com/resource-centers/corn/rings-around-corn-collars Knowing how to count corn collars at this point in the season is a valuable skill because it can help you make accurate decisions on timing postemergence herbicide applications, says Farm Journal Associate Field Agronomist Missy Bauer.
Knowing how to count corn collars at this point in the season is a valuable skill because it can help you make accurate decisions on timing postemergence herbicide applications, says Farm Journal Associate Field Agronomist Missy Bauer.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 23 Jun 2017 17:15:00 GMT215059NAFTA Negotiations As Critical As It Getshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/nafta-negotiations-as-critical-as-it-gets Dairy is extremely vulnerable to what happens with NAFTA - 45% of exports go to Canada and Mexico
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Dairy is extremely vulnerable to what happens with NAFTA - 45% of exports go to Canada and Mexico

]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 23 Jun 2017 16:41:00 GMT216392Syngenta to Pay Nearly $218 Million in First Class Actionhttp://www.agweb.com/article/syngenta-to-pay-nearly-218-million-in-first-class-action-NAA-sonja-begemann/ In the first of eight certified class actions against the company, jurors sided with plaintiffs and asked Syngenta to pay $217,700,000 in damages.&nbsp;
In the first of eight certified class actions against the company, jurors sided with plaintiffs and asked Syngenta to pay $217,700,000 in damages.
]]>Jim DickrellFri, 23 Jun 2017 16:03:00 GMT215054Record Levels of Cheese in Storagehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/record-levels-of-cheese-storage Industry watching butter to see when and where it will peak
Industry watching butter to see when and where it will peak
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 23 Jun 2017 15:26:00 GMT215050Dealing with Motivated Buyershttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/dealing-motivated-buyers The race for fat is on.&nbsp; Prices have responded.&nbsp; Buyers are motivated.&nbsp; And producers now face an opportunity that has not been present since 2015.&nbsp;
The race for fat is on. Prices have responded. Buyers are motivated. And producers now face an opportunity that has not been present since 2015.
]]>Anna McBrayerFri, 23 Jun 2017 15:23:00 GMT215049Auditors Find NC Milk Cleanliness Inspections Too Lenienthttp://www.agweb.com/article/auditors-find-nc-milk-cleanliness-inspections-too-lenient-apnews/ North Carolina milk inspectors showed excessive lenience by not penalizing dairy farmers, processors and transporters after finding hundreds of sanitation violations, many of them repeat problems, a state report released Wednesday said.
North Carolina milk inspectors showed excessive lenience by not penalizing dairy farmers, processors and transporters after finding hundreds of sanitation violations, many of them repeat problems, a state report released Wednesday said.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 22 Jun 2017 21:25:00 GMT215031Barrel Price Lowest In More Than a Yearhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/barrel-price-lowest-more-than-a-year Spread between blocks and barrels stays at just more than 20 cents
Spread between blocks and barrels stays at just more than 20 cents
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 22 Jun 2017 20:42:00 GMT215036North Dakota Drought Worrying Crop and Livestock Producershttp://www.agweb.com/article/north-dakota-drought-worrying-crop-and-livestock-producers-apnews/ North Dakota drought worrying crop and livestock producers
North Dakota drought worrying crop and livestock producers
]]>Jim DickrellThu, 22 Jun 2017 20:25:00 GMT215033Louisiana Cotton Hurt, Corn Benefits from Moisturehttp://www.agweb.com/article/louisiana-cotton-hurt-corn-benefits-from-moisture-NAA-ashley-davenport/ As Louisiana gets hit with heavy rain from Tropical Storm Cindy, the Pelican State has already experienced a wet spring, but it hasn&rsquo;t hurt the corn crop.
As Louisiana gets hit with heavy rain from Tropical Storm Cindy, the Pelican State has already experienced a wet spring, but it hasn’t hurt the corn crop.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 22 Jun 2017 15:14:00 GMT215021Vilsack: Modernized NAFTA Should Be Fair and Balancedhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/vilsack-modernized-nafta-should-be-fair-and-balanced USDEC CEO and President Tom Vilsack calls more open trade with Mexico, end to Canadian protectionism
USDEC CEO and President Tom Vilsack calls more open trade with Mexico, end to Canadian protectionism
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 22 Jun 2017 14:44:00 GMT216393Interest Rate Takes Second Jumphttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/interest-rate-takes-second-jump Short term loans and credit lines will be affected
Short term loans and credit lines will be affected
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 22 Jun 2017 13:51:00 GMT215016Producers in the Dakotas Continue Liquidation Due to Droughthttp://www.agweb.com/article/producers-in-the-dakotas-continue-liquidation-due-to-drought-NAA-sara-brown/ Already short on hay and forage after a hard winter, ranchers in North and South Dakota are continuing to reduce herds in response to severe drought conditions.
Already short on hay and forage after a hard winter, ranchers in North and South Dakota are continuing to reduce herds in response to severe drought conditions.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 21 Jun 2017 21:48:00 GMT214990We Don't Have The Plants In The Field to Achieve Previous Yieldshttp://www.agweb.com/article/we-dont-have-the-plants-in-the-field-to-achieve-previous-yields-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The latest crop progress report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 67 percent of the corn crop was rated good to excellent. Indiana is lagging behind with only 45 percent of its crop in that category.&nbsp;
The latest crop progress report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 67 percent of the corn crop was rated good to excellent. Indiana is lagging behind with only 45 percent of its crop in that category.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 21 Jun 2017 21:44:00 GMT214989Milk Futures Dropping Quicklyhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/milk-futures-dropping-quickly More cows, more milk causing price drop.
More cows, more milk causing price drop.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 21 Jun 2017 20:35:00 GMT214987The Next 5%: A Strategic Dairy Imperativehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/next-5-a-strategic-dairy-imperative Growing export volumes to reach 20% annual milk production
Growing export volumes to reach 20% annual milk production
]]>Michelle KowalskiWed, 21 Jun 2017 19:19:00 GMT214985The Shrinking Immigrant Labor Poolhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/shrinking-immigrant-labor-pool
Arrests of undocumented workers and border apprehensions have risen dramatically
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Arrests of undocumented workers and border apprehensions have risen dramatically

]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 21 Jun 2017 13:48:00 GMT214967'I Need More Mexicans': A Kansas Farmer's Message to Trumphttp://www.agweb.com/article/i-need-more-mexicans-a-kansas-farmers-message-to-trump-NAA-bloomberg/ Growers and dairies lobby for a path to legalization for the undocumented workers who power their businesses.
Growers and dairies lobby for a path to legalization for the undocumented workers who power their businesses.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 21 Jun 2017 13:39:00 GMT214961Watch Grain Markets For Cow Cull Liquidation in Dairy Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/article/watch-grain-markets-for-cow-cull-liquidation-in-dairy-markets-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Nearly two weeks ago, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released its World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. Production forecasts for the remainder of 2017 and 2018 are lower because there is an expected growth in milk per cow.
Nearly two weeks ago, the U.S. Department of Agriculture released its World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report. Production forecasts for the remainder of 2017 and 2018 are lower because there is an expected growth in milk per cow.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 20 Jun 2017 20:29:00 GMT214954Failing to Plan for Drought is Planning to Failhttp://www.agweb.com/article/failing-to-plan-for-drought-is-planning-to-fail-NAA-university-news-release/ Due to dry conditions, livestock producers should expect to see a reduction in grazeable forage. Drought&nbsp;management plans will be vital if the drought continues into the growing season.
Due to dry conditions, livestock producers should expect to see a reduction in grazeable forage. Drought management plans will be vital if the drought continues into the growing season.
]]>Roger BernardTue, 20 Jun 2017 20:21:00 GMT214860Countries Talk About NAFTA "Irritants"http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/countries-talk-about-nafta-irritants Leaders from Canada, Mexico and the U.S. start to lay renegotiation foundation
Leaders from Canada, Mexico and the U.S. start to lay renegotiation foundation
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 20 Jun 2017 17:55:00 GMT216398Crop Progress Report Shows Indiana's Corn Struggleshttp://www.agweb.com/article/crop-progress-report-shows-indianas-corn-struggles-NAA-ashley-davenport/ After an early run-up of summertime heat in the Corn Belt last week, grain traders are watching the latest crop progress report from the USDA to see if the condition ratings felt the effects.
After an early run-up of summertime heat in the Corn Belt last week, grain traders are watching the latest crop progress report from the USDA to see if the condition ratings felt the effects.
]]>Jim DickrellTue, 20 Jun 2017 16:14:00 GMT214943Prices Staying Ahead of Productionhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/prices-staying-ahead-of-production Prices likely to stay flat through 2017, unless something impacts supply
Prices likely to stay flat through 2017, unless something impacts supply
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 20 Jun 2017 15:12:00 GMT2149362 Immigrant Farmworkers Arrested After Ben & Jerry's Marchhttp://www.agweb.com/article/2-immigrant-farmworkers-arrested-after-ben--jerrys-march-apnews/ More than two dozen protesters on Monday showed support for two immigrant dairy farmers arrested after marching to a Ben &amp; Jerry&#39;s factory to call for better pay and living conditions on farms that provide milk to the ice cream maker.
More than two dozen protesters on Monday showed support for two immigrant dairy farmers arrested after marching to a Ben & Jerry's factory to call for better pay and living conditions on farms that provide milk to the ice cream maker.
]]>Michelle KowalskiTue, 20 Jun 2017 08:05:00 GMT214929Butter Futures Continue to Fallhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/butter-futures-continue-to-fall Continue sell off that started on Friday
Continue sell off that started on Friday
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 19 Jun 2017 20:28:00 GMT214922Test Soil Nitrates To Determine Corn's Nitrogen Needshttp://www.agprofessional.com/resource-centers/corn/test-soil-nitrates-determine-corns-nitrogen-needs Soil temperature and the number of days the soil is water-saturated are two key factors in determining the amount of denitrification that&rsquo;s occurred.
Soil temperature and the number of days the soil is water-saturated are two key factors in determining the amount of denitrification that’s occurred.
]]>Jung LeeMon, 19 Jun 2017 19:49:00 GMT214923Scores of Farm Workers, Activists March on Ben & Jerry'shttp://www.agweb.com/article/scores-of-farm-workers-activists-march-on-ben--jerrys-apnews/ Scores of dairy farm workers and activists marched Saturday on a Ben &amp; Jerry&#39;s factory to push for better pay and living conditions on farms that provide milk for the ice cream maker that takes pride in its social activism.
Scores of dairy farm workers and activists marched Saturday on a Ben & Jerry's factory to push for better pay and living conditions on farms that provide milk for the ice cream maker that takes pride in its social activism.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 19 Jun 2017 17:57:00 GMT214896July Weather Matters, Looking at the Big Picturehttp://www.agweb.com/article/july-weather-matters-looking-at-the-big-picture-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The official start to summer is nearly two weeks away, and Brad Matthews, branch manager of Roach Ag Marketing, says there&rsquo;s still a lot of weather to get through in the big picture.
The official start to summer is nearly two weeks away, and Brad Matthews, branch manager of Roach Ag Marketing, says there’s still a lot of weather to get through in the big picture.
]]>Michelle KowalskiMon, 19 Jun 2017 17:43:00 GMT214946Canada Digging In for Supply Managementhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/canada-digging-for-supply-management Changing the Canadian system won&rsquo;t likely happen through new NAFTA
Changing the Canadian system won’t likely happen through new NAFTA
]]>Roger BernardMon, 19 Jun 2017 15:15:00 GMT214886Immigrant Minors Won't Be Deportedhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/immigrant-minors-won-t-be-deported President Trump will honor the current Obama-era policy
President Trump will honor the current Obama-era policy
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 19 Jun 2017 13:50:00 GMT214880Thune, Rounds Urge USDA to Provide Timely Drought Assistance, Open CRPhttp://www.agweb.com/article/thune-rounds-urge-usda-to-provide-timely-drought-assistance-open-crp-NAA-news-release/ Extreme drought conditions throughout the Northern Plains have led to a shortage of hay and pasture
Extreme drought conditions throughout the Northern Plains have led to a shortage of hay and pasture
]]>Unknown AuthorSun, 18 Jun 2017 10:35:00 GMT214855Making small profits in sideways marketshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/making-small-profits-in-sideways-markets/Jon ScheveSun, 18 Jun 2017 03:43:00 GMT30607Made in the Shade: Research Focuses on Combining Forestry and Foragehttp://www.agweb.com/article/made-in-the-shade-research-focuses-on-combining-forestry-and-forage-NAA-university-news-release/ Silvopasture &ndash; the practice of combining forestry with forage and livestock production &ndash; is rare in North America, but the practice could bring both economic and environmental benefits on marginal lands where traditional row cropping hasn&rsquo;t worked.
Silvopasture – the practice of combining forestry with forage and livestock production – is rare in North America, but the practice could bring both economic and environmental benefits on marginal lands where traditional row cropping hasn’t worked.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jun 2017 20:45:00 GMT214858Minesweeperhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/minesweeper/My brain made the connection between this week’s markets and a minefield. The clock is running on the growing season in the US. We’re just trying to identify the clear path to higher prices, marking off the unsafe areas on the charts. Just like in Minesweeper, the danger points were different in ev [...]Alan BruglerFri, 16 Jun 2017 20:43:00 GMT306043 Factors to Consider for Fungicide Applicationhttp://www.agweb.com/article/3-factors-to-consider-for-fungicide-application-NAA-sonja-begemann/ When it comes to fungicide, critically examine your opportunity for yield increases to determine whether two, one or any application is needed.
When it comes to fungicide, critically examine your opportunity for yield increases to determine whether two, one or any application is needed.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jun 2017 15:45:00 GMT214836U.S., China Sign Agreement That Will Increase Dairy Market Accesshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/u-s-china-sign-agreement-will-increase-dairy-market-access-to-china China is already our #3 buyer of dairy products, behind Mexico and Canada.
China is already our #3 buyer of dairy products, behind Mexico and Canada.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 15 Jun 2017 20:58:00 GMT214826Butter Makes Biggest Gains in USDA Reportshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/butter-makes-biggest-gains-usda-reports
All but one product prices are up over last week
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]]>Roger BernardThu, 15 Jun 2017 17:40:00 GMT21480711 Dairies in Pennsylvania Looking for New Milk Buyerhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/11-dairies-pennsylvania-looking-new-milk-buyer Galliker&rsquo;s Dairy Co. will stop purchasing milk from 11 dairy farms because of an oversupply of milk.
Galliker’s Dairy Co. will stop purchasing milk from 11 dairy farms because of an oversupply of milk.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 15 Jun 2017 00:45:00 GMT214776U.S. Beef On Its Way To Chinahttp://www.agweb.com/article/us-beef-on-its-way-to-china-NAA-greg-henderson/ American beef is on its way to China for the first time in 14 years. Nebraska&rsquo;s Greater Omaha Packing Company announced today it was sending beef by air freight to a customer in Shanghai.
American beef is on its way to China for the first time in 14 years. Nebraska’s Greater Omaha Packing Company announced today it was sending beef by air freight to a customer in Shanghai.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 14 Jun 2017 19:41:00 GMT214768Analyst: Acreage Numbers More Important Than Yield Numbershttp://www.agweb.com/article/analyst-acreage-numbers-more-important-than-yield-numbers-NAA-ashley-davenport/ June is nearly half over, and for Jarod Creed, commodity analyst, it&rsquo;s too early to start discussing yields and yield problems. Instead, he thinks the acreage number is more important.
June is nearly half over, and for Jarod Creed, commodity analyst, it’s too early to start discussing yields and yield problems. Instead, he thinks the acreage number is more important.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 14 Jun 2017 19:39:00 GMT214766Is your breakeven point too lowhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/is-your-breakeven-point-too-low/Jon ScheveWed, 14 Jun 2017 17:57:00 GMT30590Japan Announces Record NFDM Importshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/japan-announces-record-nfdm-imports
Will alleviate fear of shortages from drop in domestic production and steady demand growth
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Will alleviate fear of shortages from drop in domestic production and steady demand growth

]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 14 Jun 2017 15:10:00 GMT214750Can Corn Hit Trend-Line Yield?http://www.agweb.com/https:/www.agweb.com/blog/the-ted-spread/can-corn-hit-trend-line-yield/ Corn has taken a step back to start the week on a wetter forecast. With crop conditions rated 67% good to excellent the crop is starting behind where it has been in the last few years and the rain is needed. But, is this the end of the corn rally?
Corn has taken a step back to start the week on a wetter forecast. With crop conditions rated 67% good to excellent the crop is starting behind where it has been in the last few years and the rain is needed. But, is this the end of the corn rally?
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 14 Jun 2017 14:42:00 GMT214748Rabobank on NAFTA: Soft Landing Most Likelyhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/rabobank-on-nafta-soft-landing-most-likely
Mexico and Canada account for 45% of U.S. dairy exports.&nbsp;
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Mexico and Canada account for 45% of U.S. dairy exports.

]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 14 Jun 2017 13:30:00 GMT216399Enlist Corn Approved by Chinahttp://www.agweb.com/article/enlist-corn-approved-by-china-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Dow AgroSciences announced Wednesday the U.S. launch of Enlist corn for the 2018 season. This is following the long-awaited approval from the Ministry of Agriculture of the People&rsquo;s Republic of China.
Dow AgroSciences announced Wednesday the U.S. launch of Enlist corn for the 2018 season. This is following the long-awaited approval from the Ministry of Agriculture of the People’s Republic of China.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 14 Jun 2017 12:33:00 GMT214741Select Sires to Acquire Assets of Accelerated Geneticshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/select-sires-to-acquire-assets-of-accelerated-genetics
Deal contingent on Accelerated delegate vote later this month.
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]]>Michelle KowalskiTue, 13 Jun 2017 18:08:00 GMT214733Syngenta and BASF Bid for LibertyLink, Other Assetshttp://www.agweb.com/article/syngenta-and-basf-bid-for-libertylink-other-assets-NAA-bloomberg/ BASF&nbsp;&nbsp;and&nbsp;Syngenta&nbsp;are among companies that have submitted preliminary bids for assets that&nbsp;Bayer&nbsp;plans to sell in order to get regulatory approval for its $66 billion takeover of seeds giant&nbsp;Monsanto, according to people familiar with the matter.
BASF and Syngenta are among companies that have submitted preliminary bids for assets that Bayer plans to sell in order to get regulatory approval for its $66 billion takeover of seeds giant Monsanto, according to people familiar with the matter.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 13 Jun 2017 16:35:00 GMT214732NMPF, USDEC Pledge to Work with Trump on NAFTA Talkshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/nmpf-usdec-pledge-to-work-trump-on-nafta-talks Mexico is the largest U.S. dairy export market by far, roughly double the size of the industry&rsquo;s second-largest market, Canada.
Mexico is the largest U.S. dairy export market by far, roughly double the size of the industry’s second-largest market, Canada.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 12 Jun 2017 20:30:00 GMT214698High Winds Tear Through Minnesota Dairy Farm http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/high-winds-tear-through-minnesota-dairy-farm
No cattle were killed, but more than 300 had to be moved to another farm for housing.
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No cattle were killed, but more than 300 had to be moved to another farm for housing.

]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 12 Jun 2017 20:26:00 GMT214696Milk Up 15 Cents, Corn Down a Dimehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/milk-up-15-cents-corn-down-a-dime Cooler weather drove corn, soybean prices down
Cooler weather drove corn, soybean prices down
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 12 Jun 2017 20:22:00 GMT214694Flying Cows to the Desert Is One Qatari's Way to Beat the Saudishttp://www.agweb.com/article/flying-cows-to-the-desert-is-one-qataris-way-to-beat-the-saudis-blmg/ With 4,000 animals arriving on 60 flights, a Doha businessman is creating a local dairy industry.
With 4,000 animals arriving on 60 flights, a Doha businessman is creating a local dairy industry.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 12 Jun 2017 20:20:00 GMT214690Go With The Flowhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/go-with-the-flow/Shakespeare could have been a market analyst. One of his contributions (from Julius Caesar) was:
There is a tide in the affairs of men, Which taken at the flood, leads on to fortune. Omitted, all the voyage of their life is bound in shallows and in miseries. On such a full sea are we now afloat. An [...]Alan BruglerFri, 09 Jun 2017 21:26:00 GMT30566FJCTV: Planting Technology and Seed Placementhttp://www.agweb.com/article/fjctv-planting-technology-and-seed-placement-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Some farmers may be tired of planting, but it&rsquo;s one of the important parts of profitability.
Some farmers may be tired of planting, but it’s one of the important parts of profitability.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 09 Jun 2017 17:05:00 GMT214661WASDE Milk Price Forecast Jumps Into $18'shttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/wasde-milk-price-forecast-jumps-into-18-s Higher product prices drive price jump.
Higher product prices drive price jump.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 09 Jun 2017 16:30:00 GMT214657The ROI of High Tech Dairyinghttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/roi-of-high-tech-dairying The economic benefits of improved management because of precision dairy&nbsp;applications is often unknown.
The economic benefits of improved management because of precision dairy applications is often unknown.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 09 Jun 2017 14:31:00 GMT214651Look for Dry Weather, Summer Rally For $4.50 Corn, $10 Soybeanshttp://www.agweb.com/article/look-for-dry-weather-summer-rally-for-450-corn-10-soybeans-NAA-ashley-davenport/ While the USDA lies out its nice and neat prospective acreage numbers in March, a lot can change. This planting season, farmers across the Corn Belt experienced wet weather that caused them to not only plant and replant, but replant the replant.
While the USDA lies out its nice and neat prospective acreage numbers in March, a lot can change. This planting season, farmers across the Corn Belt experienced wet weather that caused them to not only plant and replant, but replant the replant.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 08 Jun 2017 21:02:00 GMT214640Dairy Operating Costs Up Slightly in Aprilhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/operating-costs-up-slightly-april But trend over the last three years is still toward lower costs
But trend over the last three years is still toward lower costs
]]>Michelle KowalskiThu, 08 Jun 2017 18:20:00 GMT214631In Search of Corn's 'Next Big Thing'http://www.agweb.com/article/in-search-of-corns-next-big-thing-NAA-ben-potter/ A new global competition, announced by the National Corn Growers Association in conjunction with innovation facilitator NineSigma, will look for new innovative uses for field corn in an attempt to spike market demand.
A new global competition, announced by the National Corn Growers Association in conjunction with innovation facilitator NineSigma, will look for new innovative uses for field corn in an attempt to spike market demand.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 08 Jun 2017 16:38:00 GMT214621Dutch Study Says Big Farms Cause Lung Problemshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/dutch-study-says-big-farms-cause-lung-problems
Research indicates air pollution from large-scale livestock operations impairs neighbor&rsquo;s breathing
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]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 07 Jun 2017 15:29:00 GMT214589Breaking Through Farming's Veil of Secrecyhttp://www.agweb.com/article/breaking-through-farmings-veil-of-secrecy-NAA-chris-bennett/ Randy Dowdy, Perry Galloway, David Hula, Kevin Matthews and Matt Miles have consistently produced some of the strongest yields in the history of agriculture. The five friends are separated by 1,000 miles of farmland, yet share a belief that today&rsquo;s competitor may be tomorrow&rsquo;s helping h [...]Randy Dowdy, Perry Galloway, David Hula, Kevin Matthews and Matt Miles have consistently produced some of the strongest yields in the history of agriculture. The five friends are separated by 1,000 miles of farmland, yet share a belief that today’s competitor may be tomorrow’s helping hand.
]]>Jim DickrellWed, 07 Jun 2017 09:44:00 GMT214548CME Not As Robust As Global Marketshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/cme-market-doesn-t-jump-global-market Butter was lone product to trade higher
Butter was lone product to trade higher
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 06 Jun 2017 21:06:00 GMT214572Corn Could Lose Up to 1.5M Acres, Could Bring Carryout to 1.9Bhttp://www.agweb.com/article/corn-could-lose-up-to-15m-acres-could-bring-carryout-to-19b-NAA-ashley-davenport/ The corn market has been in a steady state of sideways action. In January when John Payne, senior futures and operations broker and market strategist with Daniels Trading, was last on U.S. Farm Report to his most recent appearance in June, he says the market has stayed in the same spot. While it mi [...]The corn market has been in a steady state of sideways action. In January when John Payne, senior futures and operations broker and market strategist with Daniels Trading, was last on U.S. Farm Report to his most recent appearance in June, he says the market has stayed in the same spot. While it might not be happening now, there could be some higher price action in the future.
]]>Jim WiesemeyerTue, 06 Jun 2017 17:47:00 GMT2145479 Questions to Ask Ahead of a Replanthttp://www.agweb.com/article/9-questions-to-ask-ahead-of-a-replant-NAA-ben-potter/ Farmers looking at a possible replant are faced with some tough math, according to Stephanie Porter, sales agronomist with Burrus Seed.
Farmers looking at a possible replant are faced with some tough math, according to Stephanie Porter, sales agronomist with Burrus Seed.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 06 Jun 2017 16:28:00 GMT214543Cheddar Surges on Global Dairy Trade Auctionhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/cheddar-surges-on-global-dairy-trade-auction Butter, skim milk powder prices also up.
Butter, skim milk powder prices also up.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 06 Jun 2017 15:46:00 GMT214539Perdue: Canada Class 7 Undercut U.S. Dairy Industryhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/perdue-canada-s-class-7-undercut-u-s-industry Framework established for NAFTA renegotiations
Framework established for NAFTA renegotiations
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 06 Jun 2017 15:12:00 GMT214537Don't Bet the Farm on Higher Milk Priceshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/don-t-bet-farm-on-higher-milk-prices Even though the market is showing greater potential, producers must follow a solid marketing plan.
Even though the market is showing greater potential, producers must follow a solid marketing plan.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 06 Jun 2017 13:44:00 GMT214530Despite Hard Times, Dairyman Wants to 'Tough it Out'http://www.agweb.com/article/despite-hard-times-dairyman-wants-to-tough-it-out-apnews/ From 1939 to 1959, the number of milk cows in the county went from 16,900 to 27,500. But the amount of milk produced in Greene County, Tenn. in 1959 was the same amount produced here in 2007 &mdash; when the number of milk cows had been slashed to about 5,000.
From 1939 to 1959, the number of milk cows in the county went from 16,900 to 27,500. But the amount of milk produced in Greene County, Tenn. in 1959 was the same amount produced here in 2007 — when the number of milk cows had been slashed to about 5,000.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 05 Jun 2017 21:54:00 GMT214498Product Markets Continue Tug-O-Warhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/product-markets-continue-tug-o-war Milk markets remain unchanged
Milk markets remain unchanged
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 05 Jun 2017 19:48:00 GMT214521Syngenta Faces 7,000 Kansas Farmers in GMO Corn Disputehttp://www.agweb.com/article/syngenta-faces-7000-kansas-farmers-in-gmo-corn-dispute-blmg/ Kansans seek $200 million in lost sales after China corn halt.
Kansans seek $200 million in lost sales after China corn halt.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 05 Jun 2017 17:30:00 GMT214512California Producer Review Board Votes to Assess All Milk for Quotahttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/california-producer-review-board-votes-to-assess-all-milk-for-quota-payment Though non-binding, producer concerns will receive huge weight by California Secretary of Agriculture.
Though non-binding, producer concerns will receive huge weight by California Secretary of Agriculture.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 05 Jun 2017 17:03:00 GMT214514Premium Alfalfa Hay? Prove Ithttp://www.agweb.com/article/premium-alfalfa-hay-prove-it-NAA-sara-brown/ Alfalfa&rsquo;s proof is in the pudding. Not all hay that looks good is good hay. Not all good hay looks good. The only way to know is by testing samples to determine the nutritional value.
Alfalfa’s proof is in the pudding. Not all hay that looks good is good hay. Not all good hay looks good. The only way to know is by testing samples to determine the nutritional value.
]]>Jim WiesemeyerMon, 05 Jun 2017 16:46:00 GMT214500Kansas, Oklahoma Ranchers Focus on Restarting Wildfire-Damaged Pasturehttp://www.agweb.com/article/kansas-oklahoma-ranchers-focus-on-restarting-wildfire-damaged-pasture-NAA-sara-brown/ Ranchers in Kansas and Oklahoma learned more about how grasslands recover after wildfire in a joint educational seminar hosted by Extension personnel from Kansas State University and Oklahoma State University, at Snake Creek Ranch, on the state border. According to Extension sources, plentiful pre [...]Ranchers in Kansas and Oklahoma learned more about how grasslands recover after wildfire in a joint educational seminar hosted by Extension personnel from Kansas State University and Oklahoma State University, at Snake Creek Ranch, on the state border. According to Extension sources, plentiful precipitation will be the greatest help in getting grass regrowing.
]]>Roger BernardMon, 05 Jun 2017 16:34:00 GMT214501North Carolina Farmer Sentenced for Dumping Cow Manurehttp://www.agweb.com/article/north-carolina-farmer-sentenced-for-dumping-cow-manure-apnews/ A cattle farmer in western North Carolina has been sentenced for dumping cow poop in a river.
A cattle farmer in western North Carolina has been sentenced for dumping cow poop in a river.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 05 Jun 2017 16:18:00 GMT214493Climate Corp Expands Crop Analysis Toolshttp://www.agweb.com/article/climate-corp-expands-crop-analysis-tools-NAA-sonja-begemann/ To increase in-season aerial imagery and enhance crop analysis, Climate Corporation is partnering with Ceres Imaging, TerrAvion and Agribotix. Farmers will have access to additional high-resolution images on top of Climate&rsquo;s current interconnected platform.
To increase in-season aerial imagery and enhance crop analysis, Climate Corporation is partnering with Ceres Imaging, TerrAvion and Agribotix. Farmers will have access to additional high-resolution images on top of Climate’s current interconnected platform.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 05 Jun 2017 16:03:00 GMT214491Dairy Exports Up for 11th Straight Monthhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/exports-up-for-11th-straight-month
Product exports are up 13% in Q1 over last year
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Product exports are up 13% in Q1 over last year

]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 05 Jun 2017 15:38:00 GMT214489My Current Positions and Keeping Perspectivehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/my-current-positions-and-keeping-perspective/Jon ScheveSun, 04 Jun 2017 20:12:00 GMT30537Calf Facilities: Clean, Clean, Cleanhttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/calf-facilities-clean-clean-clean Cleaning calf pens goes beyond removing bedding to cleaning floors to remove biofilms that harbor bacteria.
Cleaning calf pens goes beyond removing bedding to cleaning floors to remove biofilms that harbor bacteria.
]]>Julianne JohnstonSun, 04 Jun 2017 17:26:00 GMT214022Money and Manure Mattershttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/money-and-manure-matters Changing manure handling systems has helped drop costs considerably at a Kansas dairy.
Changing manure handling systems has helped drop costs considerably at a Kansas dairy.
]]>Roger BernardSat, 03 Jun 2017 16:10:00 GMT214480Candid Cameras: Time-lapse Cameras Monitor Feed Bunkshttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/candid-cameras-time-lapse-cameras-monitor-feed-bunks Time-lapse cameras are proving to be invaluable tools to monitor feed bunks to show when feed is actually delivered, how often feed is being pushed up and how long bunks are empty.
Time-lapse cameras are proving to be invaluable tools to monitor feed bunks to show when feed is actually delivered, how often feed is being pushed up and how long bunks are empty.
]]>Julianne JohnstonSat, 03 Jun 2017 14:26:00 GMT214021Feed Colostrum for Four Dayshttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/feed-colostrum-four-days Research suggests it pays in more growthy calves.
Research suggests it pays in more growthy calves.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 02 Jun 2017 23:26:00 GMT214023Syngenta MIR162 Trial Begins Mondayhttp://www.agweb.com/article/syngenta-mir162-trial-begins-monday-NAA-sonja-begemann/ The first of eight statewide certified class action lawsuits against Syngenta will begin Monday, June 5 in Kansas City, Kansas. Outcomes have the potential to impact of hundreds of thousands of corn farmers.
The first of eight statewide certified class action lawsuits against Syngenta will begin Monday, June 5 in Kansas City, Kansas. Outcomes have the potential to impact of hundreds of thousands of corn farmers.
]]>Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Jun 2017 22:06:00 GMT214476Whats in Store for Junehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/whats-in-store-for-june/If “April showers bring May Flower,” what do May showers bring for June? Either Mother Nature is a month behind, or May was really thirsty. During the month of May there was quite a bit of moisture, just ask the Eastern Corn Belt. The forecast for the month of June is warmer and drier for most of th [...]Alan BruglerFri, 02 Jun 2017 21:51:00 GMT30535rBST: The End of an Erahttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/rbst-end-era There will still be a few pockets here and there in the Midwest and possibly in Idaho, but for the most part, rBST will fade into history&mdash;driven there by ignorance, misinformation and fear.
There will still be a few pockets here and there in the Midwest and possibly in Idaho, but for the most part, rBST will fade into history—driven there by ignorance, misinformation and fear.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 02 Jun 2017 18:59:00 GMT214465No Need To Worry Yet About Nitrogen Loss After Rainfallhttp://www.agweb.com/article/no-need-to-worry-yet-about-nitrogen-loss-after-rainfall-NAA-ashley-davenport/ In the areas that are drying out from heavy rain, farmers are concerned about nitrogen loss.
In the areas that are drying out from heavy rain, farmers are concerned about nitrogen loss.
]]>Unknown AuthorThu, 01 Jun 2017 19:54:00 GMT214440Exports to Mexico Will Remain Stronghttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/exports-to-mexico-will-remain-strong But domestic production, competition will cut into market share
But domestic production, competition will cut into market share
]]>AgWeb.com EditorsThu, 01 Jun 2017 19:07:00 GMT214432Historically Below 70% Good to Excellent Corn Condition Pays Offhttp://www.agweb.com/article/historically-below-70-good-to-excellent-corn-condition-pays-off-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Commodity markets are balancing out after Tuesday&rsquo;s crop progress report showing 65 percent of the nation&rsquo;s corn crop is rated good to excellent.
Commodity markets are balancing out after Tuesday’s crop progress report showing 65 percent of the nation’s corn crop is rated good to excellent.
]]>AgWeb.com EditorsThu, 01 Jun 2017 18:45:00 GMT214431Are Your Protocols Working?http://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/are-your-protocols-working If we look at protocols for ketosis, metritis or retained placenta, we see significant variability. &nbsp;Do we really have the data and information to make the correct treatment decision?&nbsp;
If we look at protocols for ketosis, metritis or retained placenta, we see significant variability. Do we really have the data and information to make the correct treatment decision?
]]>Roger BernardThu, 01 Jun 2017 13:26:00 GMT214024How Low is Too Low?http://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/how-low-too-low The pursuit of lower somatic cell counts to achieve milk quality goals leads some to wonder if the cow&#39;s immune response is compromised.
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The pursuit of lower somatic cell counts to achieve milk quality goals leads some to wonder if the cow's immune response is compromised.

]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 31 May 2017 23:15:00 GMT214017Marketing Against the Grain: Being Objective About the Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/https:/www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/being-objective-about-the-markets/ This past week when discussing the eastern corn belt&#39;s weather, a farmer told me that I just didn&#39;t understand how bad it was in his area. &nbsp;Maybe, but I think by not living there it was actually easier to gain perspective. &nbsp;By looking at weather maps, rain fall totals, and average [...]This past week when discussing the eastern corn belt's weather, a farmer told me that I just didn't understand how bad it was in his area. Maybe, but I think by not living there it was actually easier to gain perspective. By looking at weather maps, rain fall totals, and average yields in his area compared to surrounding counties, states and regions I determined the issues he was suffering from were largely isolated to a very small area that didn't produce enough corn for the market to really notice (at least not yet).
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 31 May 2017 20:30:00 GMT214412Seifried: Why Can't Corn Rally on a Wet Spring?http://www.agweb.com/https:/www.agweb.com/blog/the-ted-spread/why-cant-corn-rally-on-a-wet-spring/ It has been one of the wettest springs on record in many areas making corn planting difficult and flooding previously planted acres. Yet, the corn market has been reluctant to embrace the weather concern and rally. Why is this and will corn ever rally?
It has been one of the wettest springs on record in many areas making corn planting difficult and flooding previously planted acres. Yet, the corn market has been reluctant to embrace the weather concern and rally. Why is this and will corn ever rally?
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 31 May 2017 17:56:00 GMT214409"Rain Makes Grain" Haunts Spring Rally Chasershttp://www.agweb.com/article/rain-makes-grain-haunts-spring-rally-chasers-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Spring weather has made it difficult for farmers to get in the fields. With delays and replants, many farmers are wondering when the spring rally will hit.
Spring weather has made it difficult for farmers to get in the fields. With delays and replants, many farmers are wondering when the spring rally will hit.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 31 May 2017 17:33:00 GMT214415First National Crop Conditions Report Released of 2017http://www.agweb.com/article/first-national-crop-conditions-report-released-of-2017-NAA-ashley-davenport/ After the Memorial Day weekend, the ag sector was waiting for the latest crop progress report from the USDA, including the first national condition report.
After the Memorial Day weekend, the ag sector was waiting for the latest crop progress report from the USDA, including the first national condition report.
]]>Julianne JohnstonWed, 31 May 2017 16:19:00 GMT214406Does Starter Preference Matter?http://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/calf-and-heifer/does-starter-preference-matter Because starter-grain consumption is so important for a smooth transition through weaning, we want to understand all we can about calf preferences for the contents and physical form of their calf starter.
Because starter-grain consumption is so important for a smooth transition through weaning, we want to understand all we can about calf preferences for the contents and physical form of their calf starter.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 31 May 2017 11:05:00 GMT214016Is Employee Training Educating the Uneducated?http://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/employee-training-educating-uneducated Employee training is increasingly important as farming gets more computerized and information drives decisions. Are your employees up to it?
Employee training is increasingly important as farming gets more computerized and information drives decisions. Are your employees up to it?
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 31 May 2017 10:46:00 GMT214009Agriculture Beware: Groundwater Future Belongs to SCOTUShttp://www.agweb.com/article/agriculture-beware-groundwater-future-belongs-to-scotus-NAA-chris-bennett/ U.S. agriculture has a tremendous amount of skin at stake in an off-the-radar fight that may impact the future of groundwater regulations at federal, state and private levels.
U.S. agriculture has a tremendous amount of skin at stake in an off-the-radar fight that may impact the future of groundwater regulations at federal, state and private levels.
]]>Unknown AuthorWed, 31 May 2017 10:36:00 GMT214090Being Objective About the Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/being-objective-about-the-markets/Jon ScheveWed, 31 May 2017 10:00:00 GMT30509Dehorning: The Least Fun Job on the Farmhttp://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/calf-and-heifer/dehorning-least-fun-job-farm No one likes dehorning. In my opinion, it is the worst job on the farm. Thankfully, there are some techniques and strategies, like paste and local anesthetic to make the job a little less foul.
No one likes dehorning. In my opinion, it is the worst job on the farm. Thankfully, there are some techniques and strategies, like paste and local anesthetic to make the job a little less foul.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 30 May 2017 20:06:00 GMT214015Cheese Prices Continue Wild Ridehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/cheese-prices-continue-wild-ride Barrels up, blocks down to close spread between the two markets.
Barrels up, blocks down to close spread between the two markets.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 30 May 2017 20:05:00 GMT214363Be Prepared To See $8 Soybeans If Good Crop, Weak Demandhttp://www.agweb.com/article/be-prepared-to-see-8-soybeans-if-good-crop-weak-demand-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Farmers always start the planting season with a plan, but for many parts of the country, those intentions have been derailed this year.
Farmers always start the planting season with a plan, but for many parts of the country, those intentions have been derailed this year.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 30 May 2017 18:40:00 GMT214361Trump Budget Cuts: A Troubling Sign of Things to Comehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/trump-budget-cuts-a-troubling-sign-of-things-to-come Even the budget cuts are dead on arrival, compromises won&#39;t come easy in the next farm bill.&nbsp;
Even the budget cuts are dead on arrival, compromises won't come easy in the next farm bill.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 30 May 2017 14:13:00 GMT214349Real Faces of Dairy: Pagel's Ponderosa Dairyhttp://www.agweb.com/article/real-faces-of-dairy-pagels-ponderosa-dairy-NAA-betsy-jibben/ Pagel&rsquo;s Ponderosa Dairy is bustling, day in and day out. The family-owned dairy has expanded significantly since it was first established in 1946.&nbsp;
Pagel’s Ponderosa Dairy is bustling, day in and day out. The family-owned dairy has expanded significantly since it was first established in 1946.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 30 May 2017 14:10:00 GMT214352Canada Focused on Finding "Common Ground"http://www.milkbusiness.com/article/canada-focused-on-finding-common-ground
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]]>Roger BernardTue, 30 May 2017 14:03:00 GMT214346OPEC Keeps Cutting Productiohttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/opec-keeps-cutting-production But U.S. production continues to offset
But U.S. production continues to offset
]]>Roger BernardTue, 30 May 2017 14:00:00 GMT214345Tips for Calf Feedinghttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/tips-calf-feeding During a recent Calf and Heifer VIP event hosted by Purina at the company&rsquo;s Animal Nutrition Center in Gray Summit, Mo., calf experts offered advice on calf feeding.
During a recent Calf and Heifer VIP event hosted by Purina at the company’s Animal Nutrition Center in Gray Summit, Mo., calf experts offered advice on calf feeding.
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 30 May 2017 11:01:00 GMT214013Why a Negative PPD Is a Good Thinghttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/why-negative-ppd-good-thing Dairy farmers usually see red when their end-of-the-month settlement check lists a negative PPD (Producer Price Differential).
Dairy farmers usually see red when their end-of-the-month settlement check lists a negative PPD (Producer Price Differential).
]]>Roger BernardMon, 29 May 2017 17:57:00 GMT214020Reviewing My Latest Straddle Tradeshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/reviewing-my-latest-straddle-trades/Jon ScheveMon, 29 May 2017 17:30:00 GMT30508Colostrum's Lifetime Advantagehttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/colostrum%E2%80%99s-lifetime-advantage The bank of evidence supporting the virtues of bovine colostrum has grown even more with a new study performed by Chinese researchers.
The bank of evidence supporting the virtues of bovine colostrum has grown even more with a new study performed by Chinese researchers.
]]>Unknown AuthorSun, 28 May 2017 23:15:00 GMT214018'Fitbits' for Cows: The Latest Precision Dairy Monitoring Technologyhttp://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/reproduction/fitbits-cows-latest-precision-dairy-cattle-monitoring-technology New wearable technologies for dairy cows monitor individual animal activity to improve farm management and performance.
New wearable technologies for dairy cows monitor individual animal activity to improve farm management and performance.
]]>Roger BernardSun, 28 May 2017 19:33:00 GMT214000Salmonella Infections Turn Deadlyhttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/salmonella-infections-turn-deadly A particularly virulent and deadly strain of Salmonella Heidelberg has killed calves and infected humans in the Midwest in 2016.
A particularly virulent and deadly strain of Salmonella Heidelberg has killed calves and infected humans in the Midwest in 2016.
]]>Unknown AuthorSat, 27 May 2017 17:06:00 GMT2140142017 Indianapolis 500 Milkman: Joe Kelsayhttp://www.agweb.com/article/2017-indianapolis-500-milkman-joe-kelsay-NAA-betsy-jibben/ Millions of people watch the Indianapolis 500 every year. One Indiana dairyman won&rsquo;t just attend but be a part of the show.&nbsp;
Millions of people watch the Indianapolis 500 every year. One Indiana dairyman won’t just attend but be a part of the show.
]]>Roger BernardSat, 27 May 2017 16:02:00 GMT214283Actual Versus Intentions: Mother Nature Ruleshttp://www.agweb.com/article/actual-versus-intentions-mother-nature-rules-NAA-sara-schafer/ As the May planting window draws to a close, Mother Nature is taking the driver&rsquo;s seat away from the Chicago Board of Trade. Jerry Gulke explains.
As the May planting window draws to a close, Mother Nature is taking the driver’s seat away from the Chicago Board of Trade. Jerry Gulke explains.
]]>Roger BernardSat, 27 May 2017 09:41:00 GMT214314Another Hemispherehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/another-hemisphere/Events in another hemisphere are affecting (or is it afflicting?) US ag producers with a lot more frequency and severity these days, or at least it seems like it. We are of course talking about the Southern Hemisphere vs. the Northern Hemisphere inhabited by US farmers and ranchers. Alan BruglerFri, 26 May 2017 20:56:00 GMT30507Cheese, Class III Markets Take Jumpshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/cheese-class-iii-milk-take-jumps Barrel, block price spread at 20 cents
Barrel, block price spread at 20 cents
]]>Roger BernardFri, 26 May 2017 19:06:00 GMT214315South Africa Predicts Record Corn Crop After Rain Boosts Yieldshttp://www.agweb.com/article/south-africa-predicts-record-corn-crop-after-rain-boosts-yields-blmg/ April food-price inflation slowed to 6.6 percent year-on-year.
April food-price inflation slowed to 6.6 percent year-on-year.
]]>Roger BernardFri, 26 May 2017 19:01:00 GMT214309Arla Foods Faces Lawsuit After False rBST Claims in $30M Campaignhttp://www.agweb.com/article/arla-foods-faces-lawsuit-after-false-rbst-claims-in-30m-campaign-NAA-ashley-davenport/ A commercial distributed by Arla Foods as part of a $30 million marketing campaign is now at the heart of a lawsuit by Eli Lilly and its subsidiary Elanco.
A commercial distributed by Arla Foods as part of a $30 million marketing campaign is now at the heart of a lawsuit by Eli Lilly and its subsidiary Elanco.
]]>Michelle KowalskiFri, 26 May 2017 15:05:00 GMT214289New Bulk Tank Test to Tweak Rations, Managementhttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/new-bulk-tank-test-tweak-rations-management In general, cows with higher de novo fatty acids have healthier rumen environments.&nbsp;
In general, cows with higher de novo fatty acids have healthier rumen environments.
]]>Julianne JohnstonFri, 26 May 2017 10:54:00 GMT214011Weak Dollar Could Favor Dairy Farmers, Interest Hike on Horizonhttp://www.agweb.com/article/weak-dollar-could-favor-dairy-farmers-interest-hike-on-horizon-NAA-ashley-davenport/ Uncertainty in Washington is sending the dollar on a week of shaky trade. However, the currency found footing Wednesday as the Federal Reserve released meeting notes, signaling a June rate hike is likely.
Uncertainty in Washington is sending the dollar on a week of shaky trade. However, the currency found footing Wednesday as the Federal Reserve released meeting notes, signaling a June rate hike is likely.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 25 May 2017 18:08:00 GMT214253Michigan Football Coach Jim Harbaugh Lends a Hand Pulling a Calfhttp://www.dairyherd.com/michigan-football-coach-jim-harbaugh-lends-hand-pulling-calf From talking about the importance of drinking milk and pulling calves, Michigan&rsquo;s head football coach is a big fan of dairy.
From talking about the importance of drinking milk and pulling calves, Michigan’s head football coach is a big fan of dairy.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 25 May 2017 16:12:00 GMT214248National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance Launches New Research Initiativehttp://www.agweb.com/article/national-alfalfa--forage-alliance-launches-new-research-initiative-NAA-ben-potter/ Last year, the National Alfalfa &amp; Forage Alliance (NAFA) unanimously voted to start a national checkoff program that would fund industry research. This week, this goal took a big step forward as NAFA announces&nbsp; its first-ever request for proposals (RFP) for its U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research [...]Last year, the National Alfalfa & Forage Alliance (NAFA) unanimously voted to start a national checkoff program that would fund industry research. This week, this goal took a big step forward as NAFA announces its first-ever request for proposals (RFP) for its U.S. Alfalfa Farmer Research Initiative.
]]>Roger BernardThu, 25 May 2017 16:04:00 GMT214250European Milk Production Again Goes Positivehttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/european-milk-production-again-goes-positive
EU exporters will get more aggressive as production surges in the second half of 2017.
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]]>Roger BernardThu, 25 May 2017 11:41:00 GMT214238Are Your Cows Taking a Vacation?http://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/reproduction/are-your-cows-taking-vacation Too much time away from their pen can cause a deficit in cows&#39; daily time budget.
Too much time away from their pen can cause a deficit in cows' daily time budget.
]]>Julianne JohnstonThu, 25 May 2017 10:40:00 GMT214008What's Standing Hay Worth?http://www.dairyherd.com/advice-and-tips/nutrition/what%E2%80%99s-standing-hay-worth One of the challenges in coming up with a value for standing hay is the lack of established market price information like corn and soybeans.
One of the challenges in coming up with a value for standing hay is the lack of established market price information like corn and soybeans.
]]>Roger BernardWed, 24 May 2017 21:37:00 GMT214001Bulging Inventories Chase Production Trendhttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/bulging-inventories-chase-production-trend
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]]>Roger BernardWed, 24 May 2017 11:32:00 GMT214199Crops Progress Despite Excessive Rainhttp://www.agweb.com/article/crops-progress-despite-excessive-rain-NAA-sonja-begemann/ Despite weeks of downpour, farmers across the U.S. are pushing forward and getting crops in the ground. Corn is 84% planted, just one point behind the five-year average, and soybeans are 53% planted or one point above the five-year average.
Despite weeks of downpour, farmers across the U.S. are pushing forward and getting crops in the ground. Corn is 84% planted, just one point behind the five-year average, and soybeans are 53% planted or one point above the five-year average.
]]>Michelle KowalskiWed, 24 May 2017 11:00:00 GMT214211What To Do When Your Corn Seedlings Turn Purplehttp://www.agweb.com/article/what-to-do-when-your-corn-seedlings-turn-purple-NAA-ben-potter/ Is it just a cosmetic injury or a signal of real damage?
Is it just a cosmetic injury or a signal of real damage?
]]>Julianne JohnstonTue, 23 May 2017 21:56:00 GMT214184The Perks of Pasture for Dairieshttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/perks-pasture-dairiesJim WiesemeyerTue, 23 May 2017 21:28:00 GMT213998South Africa Seen Raising Forecast for Biggest Corn Crop Since 1981http://www.agweb.com/article/south-africa-seen-raising-forecast-for-biggest-corn-crop-since-1981-blmg/ Growers may reap 14.65 million tons this year, survey shows.
Growers may reap 14.65 million tons this year, survey shows.
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 23 May 2017 16:56:00 GMT214142The Changing Landscape of Milk Marketshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/blog/changing-landscape-of-milk-markets Processors shuffle supply as production continues to grow
Processors shuffle supply as production continues to grow
]]>Unknown AuthorTue, 23 May 2017 11:58:00 GMT214143One Chance to Grow 'em Righthttp://www.dairyherd.com/magazine/one-chance-grow-%E2%80%98em-right The goal is to have well-grown heifers become life-long top performers.
The goal is to have well-grown heifers become life-long top performers.
]]>Jim WiesemeyerMon, 22 May 2017 23:15:00 GMT214019Recovering Lost Genetic Diversity in Holsteins is Focus of Studyhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/industry/recovering-lost-genetic-diversity-holsteins-focus-penn-state-research Intense genetic selection can have an unintended side effect &mdash; the loss of genetic diversity.
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]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 22 May 2017 22:51:00 GMT214010Funds Contently Bearish on CBOT Grains with Growing Season Underwayhttp://www.dairyherd.com/news/markets/funds-contently-bearish-cbot-grains-us-growing-season-underway-0 Grain and oilseed speculators have not received bullish news with staying power in at least three months now resulting in a huge buildup of short positions, and fund managers remained unimpressed last week even as a new set of supply and demand numbers hit the market.
Grain and oilseed speculators have not received bullish news with staying power in at least three months now resulting in a huge buildup of short positions, and fund managers remained unimpressed last week even as a new set of supply and demand numbers hit the market.
]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 22 May 2017 22:13:00 GMT214132Elanco Seeks Injunction to Stop rBST Adshttp://www.milkbusiness.com/article/elanco-seeks-injunction-to-stop-rbst-ads
Claims Arla USA ads deceptive and misleading
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]]>Unknown AuthorMon, 22 May 2017 18:25:00 GMT214123U.S. Corn Fields Turn Into Lakes as Spring Deluge Floods Midwesthttp://www.agweb.com/article/us-corn-fields-turn-into-lakes-as-spring-deluge-floods-midwest-blmg/ Parts of region got double amount of normal rainfall recently.
Parts of region got double amount of normal rainfall recently.
]]>Julianne JohnstonMon, 22 May 2017 18:17:00 GMT214119Those Louco Brazilianshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/those-louco-brazilians/According to Google Translate, Louco means crazy, mad or insane in Portuguese, the language spoken in Brazil. It is, of course, a variant of the Spanish loco. It also pretty accurately describes the currency market on Wednesday night and Thursday when claims circulated that Brazilian president Temer [...]Alan BruglerFri, 19 May 2017 22:01:00 GMT30467Increasing Profits Using Straddles In Sideways Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/increasing-profits-using-straddles-in-sideways-markets/Jon ScheveFri, 19 May 2017 20:11:00 GMT30489Mothers Themehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/mothers-theme/I worked hard to find some mother themed music to relate to the commodity markets, with Mothers Day this Sunday. I decided not to go with Mother’s Little Helper (Rolling Stones), which is about Mom taking mood elevators. I grant some of these markets can be a little depressing. Momma Tried (Merle H [...]Alan BruglerFri, 12 May 2017 21:32:00 GMT30425May Showershttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/may-showers/Most Americans would recognize the saying “April showers bring May flowers”. It is folk wisdom that recognizes the April tendency for stormy weather, and the need for some of that spring moisture to bring about a beautiful aftermath in May. But what happens with May showers? Alan BruglerFri, 05 May 2017 21:27:00 GMT30382Market Commentary 5/5/17http://www.agweb.com/blog/marketing-against-the-grain/market-commentary-5517/Jon ScheveFri, 05 May 2017 17:05:00 GMT30440Storming Cattlehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/storming-cattle/The cattle market is seeing what some have described as a perfect storm, a confluence of events resulting in an unusually significant impact. Think F5 tornadoes or Cat 5 Hurricanes or the monster waves seen in movies. Packers appear to have a lot of lucrative forward sales on the books, at a time wh [...]Alan BruglerFri, 28 Apr 2017 21:20:00 GMT30343Mexico is Finding Its Place in the Global Economyhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/the-truth-about-trade/mexico-is-finding-its-place-in-the-global-economy/The real threat to the United States isn’t that Mexico will stop buying American farm products tomorrow—it’s that Mexico will buy fewer American farm products in the years to come.
Global Farmer NetworkThu, 27 Apr 2017 19:01:00 GMT30328The Greens Are Not Highhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/the-greens-are-not-high/I encountered a couple young ladies in the hotel elevator who talked (and smelled) as if they’d been burning some grass. They were definitely high. You might make that tie to the cattle market, but certainly not to the green stuff on our chart like corn, soybeans, wheat and oats. It was a tough we [...]Alan BruglerFri, 21 Apr 2017 21:56:00 GMT30304Going Home Earlyhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/going-home-early/I almost hated to see the week end early. We were having such a nice bull party for the ag commodities that I hated to see it break up. There were no cops, just everyone hitting the road early for a 3 day Easter holiday weekend. The good news is they shouldn’t have a hangover from Thursday selling. [...]Alan BruglerFri, 14 Apr 2017 21:53:00 GMT30262Spring Has Sprunghttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/spring-has-sprung/A spring that has been compressed and released doesn’t have much push left. While the calendar Spring still has a lot of time left to run, the bullish spring rally idea looks pretty sprung heading into the April 11 USDA reports. Most of the commodities in our table are showing red ink for the week, [...]Alan BruglerFri, 07 Apr 2017 21:06:00 GMT30230Related Rateshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/related-rates/ If you have 324 million Principal Crop acres in the US and 83 thousand farmer surveys that add up to 316 million acres, where did the rest of them go? And if crop insurance guarantee levels are profitable for soybeans but not for corn, how many prevented planting acres will you get? If you are pl [...]Alan BruglerFri, 31 Mar 2017 21:56:00 GMT30192Somethins Happenin Herehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/somethins-happenin-here/I started this column with the lyrics from an old Buffalo Springfield song in my head titled “For What Its Worth”. The first two lines go “There’s somethin’ happenin’ here, What is is ain’t exactly clear…..” That was definitely the case with the health care reform bill debate in Washington! As I loo [...]Alan BruglerFri, 24 Mar 2017 20:53:00 GMT30144The Long Road to Cellulosic Ethanolhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/straight-from-dc-agricultural-perspectives/the-long-road-to-cellulosic-ethanol/Cellulosic material like crop residue, grass, and trees has long been envisioned as the next stage feedstock for producing biofuels. It has taken longer than expected to develop technology to make it commercially feasible, but the first plants to use such material are now finally up and running.Stephanie MercierThu, 23 Mar 2017 19:06:00 GMT30135Thinking Greenhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/thinking-green/It’s St. Patrick’s Day, with green themes abounding. You can get green beer, green pancakes, and pinched in some circles if you aren’t wearing green. There are also associations with leprechauns and pots of gold tied to this Irish themed holiday. We can of course, tie pots of gold to any marketing c [...]Alan BruglerFri, 17 Mar 2017 21:18:00 GMT30100Those Crazy Brazilianshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/those-crazy-brazilians/Brazilian agriculture has just tuned it out and focused on creating record crops of corn and soybeans. Private crop estimates have been rising for weeks, and USDA confirmed those numbers on Thursday with a 5 MMT hike in projected Brazilian corn production and a 4 MMT hike in projected soybean produc [...]Alan BruglerFri, 10 Mar 2017 21:53:00 GMT30054The Reflation Tradehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/the-reflation-trade/Ag producers have had plenty to fret about in recent weeks, with concerns about export trade disruption and this week’s flap regarding biofuels. There is also a big positive, and that is the so called reflation trade. Investors are buying a variety of assets that typically increase in value in an in [...]Alan BruglerFri, 03 Mar 2017 21:56:00 GMT30009Down Mexico Wayhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/down-mexico-way/We are noting some action on Mexico’s part, whether coordinated with the government or not. Take a look at the USDA weekly Export Sales report for the week ending February 16. For that week, Mexico was the largest buyer of pork, beef and soy oil. They were the second largest buyers of soybean meal a [...]Alan BruglerFri, 24 Feb 2017 21:23:00 GMT29967Stock Market Runs, Costing Out College and the "Sandwich Generation"http://www.agweb.com/blog/the-future-focused-farmer/stock-market-runs-costing-out-college-and-the-sandwich-generation/Mark ThorndykeFri, 24 Feb 2017 14:36:00 GMT29961Bleak Midwinter -Not!http://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/bleak-midwinter-not/Usually, mid-February has Midwest residents sharing that sentiment and hoping the occasional day in the 50’s is the first sign of spring. That is NOT a description of 2017, at least not in our neck of the woods. We’re looking at a string of 60-70 degree daytime highs, with clear skies and cattle al [...]Alan BruglerSat, 18 Feb 2017 00:21:00 GMT29935Valentines Day and Allhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/valentines-day-and-all/I ran through a lot of theme ideas for this week, with Abe Lincoln (we share a birthday) and Valentines Day among the contenders. Once I went with Valentines Day, Cupid and his arrows came to mind, along with the Valentines Day massacre. Unlike the Bowling Green massacre in the news recently, the VD [...]Alan BruglerSat, 11 Feb 2017 00:06:00 GMT29897Bacon On My Mindhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/bacon-on-my-mind/I have to confess that I have bacon on my mind this weekend. There is a possiblility I might consume some for breakfast, or wrapped around another commodity in a Super Bowl food spread. And we now have a Nebraska Congressman named Don Bacon on the House Ag Committee. The analyst part of my brain is [...]Alan BruglerFri, 03 Feb 2017 22:03:00 GMT29846The 20% Problemhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/the-20-problem/While not quite ready to come to a conclusion, the ag markets were on pins and needles all week after the Trump administration floated a 20% solution to the ‘Mexico problem’. The proposal was likely a trial balloon, which was quickly walked back as one of several possible actions. What does it do to [...]Alan BruglerFri, 27 Jan 2017 22:54:00 GMT29804Disruption and Marketshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/disruption-and-markets/There seems to be some agreement that the election of Donald Trump as President is something out of the ordinary, more than just a reaction to 8 years of a different political party leaning the other way on many issues. The media pundits are calling for widespread disruption of markets and global po [...]Alan BruglerFri, 20 Jan 2017 21:40:00 GMT29756Fun(d) Moneyhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/fund-money/One of the buzz items at the beginning of the week was expected heavy fund buying of certain commodities as index funds rebalanced their portfolios to new target weights for 2017. The early talk was that net corn buying by the index fund category could be 50,000 contracts, with wheat also a presumed [...]Alan BruglerFri, 13 Jan 2017 22:17:00 GMT29720Finding Balancehttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/finding-balance/With some obvious rebalancing of the investment portfolios after the calendar year officially changed this week, some added market volatility should not come as a surprise. Some markets finished the week surprisingly balanced, considering the circumstances. The US Dollar Index was sharply lower by [...]Alan BruglerFri, 06 Jan 2017 23:00:00 GMT29670 Always Love What You Do 1-31 Audiohttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/consumer-ag-connection/?channelId=48a209699aba4214b5f4742a6c074213&channelListId&mediaId=4167bed5f3f941a8843870563cefa01aToday I sit down with John Pagel of Pagel Ponderosa Dairy. He milks 5300 cows, farms around 9000 acres of row crops, processes and distributes cheese and even has started a resturant. Find out what makes him so successful.Unknown AuthorWed, 04 Jan 2017 12:00:00 GMT6234New Year and New Marketing Challengeshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/new-year-and-new-marketing-challenges/Can cattle and hogs sustain the gains from the past three months in the face of expanded 2017 production? Will US and South American producers kill the golden soybean goose by expanding production past the global and particularly Chinese interest in using them? And can we find a way to whittle down [...]Alan BruglerFri, 30 Dec 2016 21:27:00 GMT29627Some Lumps of Coalhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/some-lumps-of-coal/Last week we noted that the ag markets were wearing a lot of Santa Claus red, which is a gift to the end users but not the producers. Legend has it that if a girl or boy has been naughty instead of nice, Santa will leave a lump of coal in the child’s stocking. That used to be a utilitarian gift (fue [...]Alan BruglerFri, 23 Dec 2016 21:08:00 GMT29594Here Comes Santa Claushttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/here-comes-santa-claus/Thoughts turn to the fella in the red suit this week, with Christmas Eve on Saturday. The weekly change resembles Santa in the amount of red in the change column, rather than the generosity of the price moves. If you are looking for a Santa Claus rally, the livestock sector qualifies with gains of 3 [...]Alan BruglerFri, 16 Dec 2016 22:24:00 GMT29550The Fire is So Delightfulhttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/the-fire-is-so-delightful/The opening lyrics to the song “Let It Snow” are “Well the weather outside is frightful, but the fire is so delightful.” This phrase one came to mind as I compared the frigid US weather forecast with the buying heat showing up in a number of commodity markets this week. We’re getting a spell of much [...]Alan BruglerFri, 09 Dec 2016 22:00:00 GMT29501Lots of Red But No Santa Claushttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/lots-of-red-but-no-santa-claus/We are staring at a lot of red ink on that weekly change table. Only soybean oil and Minneapolis HRS wheat were able to stay in the black as the calendar rolled to December. Soy oil was driven by increased use estimates following the EPA 2017 blend requirement announcement. Spring wheat continues to [...]Alan BruglerFri, 02 Dec 2016 21:53:00 GMT29454How Good Can It Gethttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/how-good-can-it-get/After chowing down on an excellent Thanksgiving dinner with good company, it is easy to think that things are going OK. Add in weekly gains for corn, soybeans, cattle and hogs, and the Corn Belt is feeling particularly good. Wheat, cotton and oats had a little indigestion. One might reasonably ask [...]Alan BruglerFri, 25 Nov 2016 21:20:00 GMT29414Give Thankshttp://www.agweb.com/blog/market-watch-208/give-thanks/With the Thanksgiving holiday coming up, I looked around for some things ag commodity producers can be thankful for. The first, of course, is a bountiful harvest. We have record US corn and soybean production, and record average yields in wheat. We also have record meat production. You have to have [...]Alan BruglerFri, 18 Nov 2016 22:22:00 GMT29372May Frost Takes the Top Yield Off For This Farmer 5-24 audiohttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/straight-from-the-heartland/?channelId=7070bc3c74f34b4f9d6c0b3a8371e782&channelListId&mediaId=7df3a9978c494ef888729433fc6b9879In today's show we talk with a MN farmer who has been finished planting for a few days for both corn and beans. Then is frosted on May 15. Find out how his corn and bean crops are fairing after the frost.Unknown AuthorTue, 24 May 2016 11:00:00 GMT6123Successful Because of Listening to Consumers 5-10 CAC audiohttp://www.agweb.com/news/news-commentary/?channelId=48a209699aba4214b5f4742a6c074213&channelListId&mediaId=03c2f85422de43b493c7f3217cdc2c0bIn today's show I continue my conversations with a 34 yr. old farmer who is making a huge impact on the sustainabiltiy of his farming operation by studying and listening to consumers.Unknown AuthorTue, 10 May 2016 11:00:00 GMT6115AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap with Robin Schmahl 6-19-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-with-robin-schmahl-6-19-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says there was quite a bit of pressure on Class III futures this week. Most of the week was lower for cash markets too. Class I prices for July was higher. The Global Trade
Auction was down 1.3% for the 7th consecutive auction with los [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 19 Jun 2015 19:05:00 GMT5941AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap with Robin Schmahl 6-12-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-with-robin-schmahl-6-12-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says milk was volatile in both cash and futures markets. When the market goes lower buying interest takes advantage and keeps prices up. The world supply demand report began to even prices. 2016 prices were adjusted. Not a lot of change in p [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 12 Jun 2015 18:48:00 GMT5933AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-5-15 with Robin Schmahlhttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-6-5-15-with-robin-schmahl/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, reports volatility in futures and the cash markets. Block cheese was higher, barrels were down as were butter and non-fat dry milk. Federal prices were announced this week. Global Trade Auction saw prices decline for the 6th straight aucti [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 05 Jun 2015 18:55:00 GMT5927AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-29-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-5-29-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says it was a very interesting week with a lot of volatility in butter. Butter closed highest since December. Demand is increasing even with greater supply. Feed prices are decreasing but income over feed prices is actually lower. Buyers are [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 29 May 2015 19:06:00 GMT5922AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-22-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-5-22-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says this week's market was up and down but steady for futures. Milk production rose 1.7%, up 16 lb per head. Dairy Trade Auction saw the fifth consecutive decline, down 2.2%. Most sales were lower. Livestock slaughter was neutral for dairy [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 22 May 2015 19:35:00 GMT5919AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-15-15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=6db8c00fc41d41e2a3f2834d84c24a6fRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week the futures markets lost all of last weeks gain. Cash markets were steady. The driver in the market was butter -- very volatile. Non-fat dry milk was lowest since 2009. USDA reduced Milk production. Negativity in the market ma [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 15 May 2015 18:58:00 GMT5911AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-8-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-5-8-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says most of this week the futures markets went higher mostly because of butter. Cash trade was active. The Global Dairy Trade Auction saw prices declining except for cheddar cheese. Butter is good now, but the question is whether it will h [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 08 May 2015 21:02:00 GMT5905AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-24-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-4-24-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says futures prices have been moving higher with May and June over $17. 3 reports this week. Milk production is higher in some states but California has been going lower for 4 months. Cold storage showed American cheese lower. More cows slau [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 24 Apr 2015 21:17:00 GMT5886Agweb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-17-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-4-17-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says futures closed the week almost the same as last week. Cash trade for butter and cheese was a little higher. Non-fat milk is lowest since 2009. Exports were lower in all categories. Next week we may see prices climb a bit higher.Unknown AuthorFri, 17 Apr 2015 19:33:00 GMT5881Closing Markets Commentary 04/16/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=6de5f182b9a440b9b05c9a45df666ca4Corn and soybean futures were weaker for much of the day, but firmed in late trade.Unknown AuthorThu, 16 Apr 2015 20:56:00 GMT5880Agweb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-10-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-4-10-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says futures saw strength and gave way at the end of week. Not a lot of change in cash prices. Non-fat dry milk closed Friday the lowest since 2009. Milk production is expected to be larger than last year. Exports are expected to decrease. [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 10 Apr 2015 19:43:00 GMT5875Closing Markets Commentary 03/06/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=a95e2c27efc049eb98dd5c962c01554dBears had the upper hand in today's trading session. Unknown AuthorMon, 06 Apr 2015 18:47:00 GMT5867AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-2-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-4-2-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says There was good strength in Class III futures first of the week. The Global Trade Dairy Auction was down 10.8%. That puts negative concerns in the market. With a three day weekend and pushing toward the spring flush time we can expect si [...]Unknown AuthorThu, 02 Apr 2015 19:51:00 GMT5865Closing Markets Commentary 03/31/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=7cc5adb4907d4393a4fa130bfb9e26c7Bears dominated price action in the corn and wheat markets today, while soybeans futures finished with a firmer tone. Unknown AuthorTue, 31 Mar 2015 18:56:00 GMT5864Closing Markets Commentary 03/30/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=954763a441ee46229146541352b4ee44Wheat futures surged higher while corn and soybean futures followed along. Unknown AuthorMon, 30 Mar 2015 19:18:00 GMT5863AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-27-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-3-27-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week was not volatile but did close higher. Cash markets were in a narrow trading range. Cold storage report showed an increase in all categories. Butter inventory is 4% higher than a year ago. Buyers are still buying. Look for sid [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 27 Mar 2015 19:13:00 GMT5857Closing Markets Commentary 03/27/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=2303e6473e5d4a67b32104645798334cWheat futures were the upside leader in the grain markets today, but for the week they posted sharp losses.Unknown AuthorFri, 27 Mar 2015 18:55:00 GMT5856Closing Markets Commentary 03/26/15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/closing-markets-commentary-032615/Corn and soybean futures finished mostly three to four cents lower on a turnaround in the dollar index, while wheat saw sharply lower losses.Unknown AuthorThu, 26 Mar 2015 19:43:00 GMT5855Closing Markets Commentary 03/25/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=ade0f2d7ca9349f1a349e3b2da5024ccCorn futures closed higher again today, while soybeans and wheat finished lower.Unknown AuthorWed, 25 Mar 2015 18:48:00 GMT5854AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-20-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-3-20-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with Ag Dairy says futures closed lower this week - reason cheese prices fell. The milk production was up 1.7%. Cow numbers are up 100,000 from a year ago. Global Dairy Trade Auction showed trade weighted average was 8.8% lower.Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Mar 2015 20:00:00 GMT5847Closing Market Commentary 03/17/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=eee1e3f4e55f4aa888e1442e5d416d70Bears controlled price action in the grain and soy complex with a low-range finished across corn, soybean and wheat markets.Unknown AuthorTue, 17 Mar 2015 19:07:00 GMT5846Closing Market Commentary 03/13/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=83dc1d01dc1f4a2f9bfef74940660aecCorn and soybean futures sank into the close and finished near weekly lows.Unknown AuthorFri, 13 Mar 2015 19:02:00 GMT5843AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wraphttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says not a lot of changes in milk futures this week. Light trade with few loads selling on the cash market. It looks as if prices will move sideways. USDA adjusted their report to reflect what is happening.Unknown AuthorFri, 13 Mar 2015 18:55:00 GMT5842Closing Markets Commentary 03/12/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=892418a62ff74e6388d42db999cba147Wheat futures firmed in early daytime trade as weekly export sales met expectations.Unknown AuthorThu, 12 Mar 2015 18:55:00 GMT5841Closing Markets Commentary 03/11/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=892418a62ff74e6388d42db999cba147Bulls held the upper hand in the grain and soy complex.Unknown AuthorWed, 11 Mar 2015 19:12:00 GMT5838Closing Markets Commentary 03/10/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=7fe1cc5ea2e84e0ab3d136b8f3dab482Corn and soybean futures finished under pressure today, while wheat futures ended mostly firmer. Unknown AuthorTue, 10 Mar 2015 18:50:00 GMT5836AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-6-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-3-6-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says Class III and IV futures were under pressure with declines after the full week. Milk checks are lower but the trading market caused apprehension. Some of the buying is beginning to slow but with stable prices.Unknown AuthorFri, 06 Mar 2015 20:21:00 GMT5832Closing Markets Commentary 03/06/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=37b3f0547a6741c0aa7fc6977eb9ecccSoybean futures came well off session lows into the close.Unknown AuthorFri, 06 Mar 2015 20:01:00 GMT5831Closing Markets Commentary 03/05/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=24ca0836b1c243b897ac21b5af5c5ff0Corn futures held onto slight gains into the close, futures were supported by this week’s export sales report.Unknown AuthorThu, 05 Mar 2015 20:22:00 GMT5830Closing Markets Commentary 03/04/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=70788428d90645a79bfd7dc8ad8a0468Bears controlled price action in the grain and soy complex today, corn futures faired the best.Unknown AuthorWed, 04 Mar 2015 20:00:00 GMT5829Closing Market Commentary 03/03/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=cfe7523f4dba4b4ab8817c2a5b7f8189Bulls held the upper hand on the closing bell, especially in the corn and soybean markets today.Unknown AuthorTue, 03 Mar 2015 20:09:00 GMT5825Closing Markets Commentary 03/02/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=9c74b398ab5e47afaba173570eb25dddBears controlled price action in the grain and soy complex today.Unknown AuthorMon, 02 Mar 2015 19:52:00 GMT5824AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 2-27-15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=93e935327e3d4058bf55a7e58be019f8Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the milk futures were strong this week but the cash market was almost unchanged. Class III calibration came in at 15.32. Nestle Company is going to elimate non-natural additives.Unknown AuthorFri, 27 Feb 2015 19:49:00 GMT5822Closing Market Commentary 02/26/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=64c9875c551f44f9b2fab5bfdb60c56aSoybean futures were the up-side price leader in the grain markets today.Unknown AuthorThu, 26 Feb 2015 20:54:00 GMT5821Closing Markets Commentary 02/25/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=b1357dce68b24863b98f41a50b415a61Bears controlled price action in the wheat market today. Corn and soybeans futures also finished under pressure.Unknown AuthorWed, 25 Feb 2015 20:03:00 GMT5820Closing Market Commentary 02/24/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=bd34891e813b4ba59464ad044312a350Corn and wheat futures ended poorly today, while soybean futures ended mid-range.Unknown AuthorTue, 24 Feb 2015 19:53:00 GMT5819AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 2-20-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-2-20-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the market was volatile this week in futures but cash prices were steady. January milk production report showed milk up 2.1%, Cow numbers up 96,000 head. Cold storage report showed butter increased 3% higher than a year ago. Cheese inve [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Feb 2015 20:57:00 GMT5816Closing Market Commentary 02/20/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=982bf7ce72d64d06963cfbd63528bdd2Bears had the upper hand in trading action to close out the week today.Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Feb 2015 20:38:00 GMT5815Closing Market Commentary 02/19/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=131d4e914b4843e882e162f9f5a089bbCorn futures ended the day $0.05 to $0.06 higher on spill-over from the soybean market.Unknown AuthorThu, 19 Feb 2015 20:38:00 GMT5812AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 2-13-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-2-13-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says there was a lot of movements in the futures this week with last week's gains almost erased. USDA long term projections for the milk industry is looking for production per cow to increase 8,000 lbs in the next 10 years. Next week look fo [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 13 Feb 2015 20:31:00 GMT5810Closing Market Commentary 02/13/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=b322810eeb05431f88cd067da800cdfcSoybean futures came off session highs into the close but still posted gains.Unknown AuthorFri, 13 Feb 2015 20:03:00 GMT5809Closing Market Commentary 02/11/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=52b2205f4a4840d9bbfa06db4d3273e6Price action in the grain markets was split today with corn futures finishing lower, soybeans higher.Unknown AuthorWed, 11 Feb 2015 19:55:00 GMT5808Closing Market Commentary 02/10/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=d39d0f4728864591ab20b319e0892438Despite friendly USDA report data, corn and soybean futures finished under price pressure. Unknown AuthorTue, 10 Feb 2015 19:47:00 GMT5806AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 2-6-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-2-6-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the markets are moving a bit higher and a positive attitude is apparent. A record of 54 loads of Grade A non-fat dry milk was traded this week. Supply is starting to build. Cash is the driver.Unknown AuthorFri, 06 Feb 2015 20:20:00 GMT5797Closing Market Commentary 02/05/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=1894af86dc364834a2160d5e088a3593&channelListId&mediaId=6715d10cb44f4a25b03182b9fb7f9746Wheat futures were the up-side leader in the grain market today.Unknown AuthorThu, 05 Feb 2015 20:08:00 GMT5796AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 1-30-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-1-30-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says this week saw a continuing increase in futures prices. Five contracts were limit up. Class III futures increased $2 per cwt. All products traded at high volume. The attitude of the market is now bullish.Unknown AuthorFri, 30 Jan 2015 20:31:00 GMT5789AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 1-23-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-1-23-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with Ag Dairy says there was some positive movement in futures. Not much cash movement this week. Dairy cattle slaughter same as last year. Production of milk is up over 3% this year. Cow numbers are higher this year.Unknown AuthorFri, 23 Jan 2015 19:08:00 GMT5785Closing Market Commentary 01/16/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=d8ba34b4d4314883929f7b3366c3e7c5Corn futures rallied into the close to finish mostly seven cents higher, but corn still posted sharp losses for the week.Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jan 2015 20:39:00 GMT5778AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 1-16-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-1-16-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says a decrease in cash prices and also a decrease in futures. Milk going to plants is higher than usual. Non-fat prices are the weakest. Prices are now looking at $10 per hundresd lower than September. It is not looking good for producers i [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 16 Jan 2015 19:05:00 GMT5777Closing Market Commentary 01/14/15http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=545f5806a7c44418bc0495dec72f059cSoybean futures rallied, while corn futures finished mid-range and wheat futures ended low-range for the day.Unknown AuthorWed, 14 Jan 2015 21:08:00 GMT5775AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 1-2-15http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-1-2-15/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week was a reverse of last week. Not really much activity on the cash market. Class prices of milk were all lower. Milk to feed cost ratio is going lower. Trade is epecting weaker prices.Unknown AuthorFri, 02 Jan 2015 20:54:00 GMT5762Kubota Comes Into the Farm Markethttp://www.agweb.com/news/news-commentary/?channelId=7070bc3c74f34b4f9d6c0b3a8371e782&channelListId&mediaId=1222577329524270ba10728590915904Dave Palmer talks with FJ's Pam Fretwell about how Kubota is growing more into the farm industry with new hay equipment and new M series tractors.Unknown AuthorTue, 30 Dec 2014 12:00:00 GMT5735AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 12-26-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-12-26-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the market is weak and trending lower. Producers are adding cows and increasing production. Demand is not increasing and exports are decreasing.Unknown AuthorFri, 26 Dec 2014 19:32:00 GMT5749AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 12-19-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-12-19-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week futures were lower, butter took a big hit, more production, and more cows. Production is increasing and demand is decreasing so it doesn't look to positive for next year.Unknown AuthorFri, 19 Dec 2014 21:26:00 GMT5729AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 12-12-14http://www.agweb.com/radio/?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=f8c2747c1a0d491d8e01034667d80cf2Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says milk futures prices are going even lower. Exports have been slowing. Next week we may see even more lower prices.Unknown AuthorFri, 12 Dec 2014 19:23:00 GMT5708AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 12-5-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-12-5-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the milk market has dropped again. Cheese is lower. Butter stayed steady. We will probably continue to see lower prices into the year end. Production of milk is still increasing.Unknown AuthorFri, 05 Dec 2014 18:45:00 GMT5688AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 11-26-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-11-26-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the milk prices were a lot lower in the three day week. Cash prices are lower driving milk prices lower. It appears this may be a trend that will continue into next year. World prices are lower than our prices.Unknown AuthorWed, 26 Nov 2014 18:34:00 GMT5670AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 11-7-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-11-7-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says positive is the fact that holiday demand is already started, Bearish news is lower world prices and lower demand from the US.Unknown AuthorFri, 07 Nov 2014 19:01:00 GMT5616AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 10-17-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-10-17-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says milk futures were fairly stable this week. Cheese was higher. Butter went down 80 cents. Global Dairy Trade Auction was positive for the U.S. Exports are slowing. Prices could be going lower.Unknown AuthorFri, 17 Oct 2014 19:25:00 GMT5541Crop Update SW Nebraskahttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/crop-update-sw-nebraska/Tracy Zink and her Dad farm in Indianola, Nebraska, and after 2 years of severe drought, this summer they have gotten some rains.Unknown AuthorTue, 14 Oct 2014 11:00:00 GMT5516AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 10-10-14http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/agweb-radio-weekly-dairy-market-wrap-10-10-14/Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the milk business has been kind of bearish on prices. Supply Demand shows a lot more milk to be produced. The all-milk price for next year has been reduced. Cheaper feed and more milk can mean lower prices.Unknown AuthorFri, 10 Oct 2014 18:44:00 GMT5524Attention To Oct Price Discovery While Harvestinghttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/attention-to-oct-price-discovery-while-harvesting/Chris Barron "Our Ask the Margins Expert" talks with Pam Fretwell about how the harvest is going in Iowa, and how to be thinking about Oct. price discovery.&#8203;Unknown AuthorThu, 09 Oct 2014 11:00:00 GMT5514Wet Corn -Low Prices What Should You Do?http://www.agweb.com/http:/link.videoplatform.limelight.com/media/?channelId=7070bc3c74f34b4f9d6c0b3a8371e782&width=960&height=360&playerForm=PlayerHorizontalPlaylist&deepLink=trueJust as harvest is getting in full swing, some of the corn is not drying down like expected. Should you wait for mother nature to dry the corn or do something else. Chris Barron our Ask the Margins Expert, gives us a crop update from Iowa and talks about marketing and drying your grain in this lower [...]Unknown AuthorThu, 02 Oct 2014 15:42:00 GMT5510Ag Sec Encourages Livestock Producers to Sign Up for Disaster Assistance Before Sept 30http://www.agweb.com/multimedia/ag-sec-encourages-livestock-producers-to-sign-up-for-disaster-assistance-before-sept-30/Livestock Producers:make sure you have completed your appointments at the FSA office for the Livestock Forage Disaster Program before Oct 1st or you may get a lower payment. Find out why in today's show!Unknown AuthorTue, 23 Sep 2014 11:00:00 GMT5503Economics-When to Start Harvesthttp://www.agweb.com/multimedia/economics-when-to-start-harvest/Chris Barron talks with Farm Journal Radio's Pam Fretwell about some first steps on watching your margin during harvest.Unknown AuthorThu, 18 Sep 2014 11:00:00 GMT5501AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 9-12-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=c4a93381372a450ca08831c0b6e157f1Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says at mid-week futures prices took a 'nose dive' in both 2014 and 2015 prices. The USDA left 2015 production unchanged. Exports were down from last year. As our strong prices remain export demand is slowing. The markets are well supported [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 12 Sep 2014 14:17:00 GMT5500AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 9-5-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=796d8effb121456d82731729141a5b5dRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says butter made a new record high this week. The Global Dariy Trade Auction show prices lower by 6%. The Dairy Products report showed strong production. Federal prices for August showed a record price for Class II and for Class IV milk. Dem [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 05 Sep 2014 14:29:00 GMT5480AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 8-29-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=c0adb07fd27f42f3be484b7eef46b12dRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says the cheese market is moving higher. Butter dropped a little. Dairy profitability is increasing. The "Dairy Risk Management Program" sign-up starts September 2. Prices may feel pressure next week.Unknown AuthorFri, 29 Aug 2014 14:36:00 GMT5466Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 8-22-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=76464a6513ee4693aebb2f5599d293f0Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy said the milk business was 'on fire' this week. Supply production went up 4%. Overall dairy cow numbers increased 37,000 from a year ago.Unknown AuthorFri, 22 Aug 2014 13:34:00 GMT5447AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 8-15-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=3a9e8e730a5d4ac482ad909fbfd2436dgood gains in Class 3 futures. In cheese blocks and barrels was higher, butter set a new record high. Milk production is expected to increase both this year and next. Milk prices are increasing and demand is good.Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says good gains in Class III futures. Cheese blocks and barrels were higher. Butter set a new record high. Milk production is expected to increase both this year and next. Milk prices are increasing and demand is good.Unknown AuthorFri, 15 Aug 2014 14:46:00 GMT5429AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 8-8-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=ad3c9e66d18f49a8a35d72817387cf21Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says we saw a decline in futures this week. Grade A dropped 11cents this week. Russia put a ban on milk products which could affect the US competition with other countries. World dairy auction decreased 8%.Unknown AuthorFri, 08 Aug 2014 14:48:00 GMT5410AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 8-1-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=bf12a494132349c8b3c0cb1adbcf2bc9Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says futures prices increased this week. Cheese prices were stronger but butter was lower. Cattle inventory report showed 1% more cows. Corn, beans, and hay lower prices provided a good feed price ratio. It appears milk business is positive [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 01 Aug 2014 13:48:00 GMT5390AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 7-25-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=c2ae89e5cdd243f39529bc8927fd9653Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week cheese was lower and butter higher. Cold storage report was about the same as last year. Butter is about $1.20 above world price and holding.Unknown AuthorFri, 25 Jul 2014 13:47:00 GMT5368AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 7-18-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=49e58cf0e7404a3e81ebdc47aa9dc5c6Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says there was not much volatility but most futures closed higher. Block and barrel cheese both closed above $2. Grade A price was weaker. The Global Dairy Trade Auction was bearish. Anticipation is prices will drop next week.Unknown AuthorFri, 18 Jul 2014 14:20:00 GMT5351AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 7-11-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=d6a5092f294341c9b19db789b4f58d52Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says there's product available but neither sellers or buyers are aggressive. Most prices are a little higher for the rest of this year. Milk supply is starting to tighten and exports are slower.Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Jul 2014 13:52:00 GMT5331AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 7-3-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=f1ee19b0a73a4fa99840dff148a5eb1fRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says Class III futures fell substantially this week. This drop in price caused the cash prices for cheese to drop. Butter was nearly even. The Global Dairy Trade Auction was lower and negative in price. Our butter is $1 over world butter pr [...]Unknown AuthorThu, 03 Jul 2014 14:40:00 GMT5313Dairy on AgriTalk: California Dairies and the Droughthttp://www.agweb.com/livestock/dairy/multimedia/default.aspx?channelId=ca932775e571471e8f1cea0f03696aec&channelListId&mediaId=deb405c57f5943b4a74ce97bc1690fc4Are high milk prices enough to help California's dairies cope with the drought? Dairy Today Western Editor Catherine Merlo reports.Unknown AuthorWed, 02 Jul 2014 06:00:00 GMT5305AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-27-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=90823a849269441c8e9850866d35451eRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with Ag Dairy says the milk business was good the first of the week. Friday cheese was weak. Butter a different story, setting a new record high. Grade A nonfat dry milk was down. There is good support of dairy product.Unknown AuthorFri, 27 Jun 2014 14:42:00 GMT5297AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-20-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=75b7e7bf38e54cc5a1f54f5d5c0999b2Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says midweek saw a significant move higher in futures but cash markets were choppy. Cow numbers increased and total milk production is higher. Cow slaughter has declined. Global trade saw both cheese and butter higher.Unknown AuthorFri, 20 Jun 2014 14:57:00 GMT5276AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-13-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=1fde3542130e4ddfa592121c8057a9dcRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says futures prices were higher this week. Block cheese was lower but barrels were unchanged. Butter was lower. World supply demand report left milk production the same. Milk prices were increased. Other countries are increasing their produc [...]Unknown AuthorFri, 13 Jun 2014 14:51:00 GMT5255AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 6-6-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=c3fb064ba9dd46bfa085b73b34e64a9fRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says prices were volatile again this week. The All-Milk price was down and feed prices were higher. Butter seems to be slipping in price but cheese seems to be holding.Unknown AuthorFri, 06 Jun 2014 15:07:00 GMT5235AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-30-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=5adfe67d71b14beb8a94a5017ef4a2f3Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says this week was very volatile with futures prices limit up one day and limit down another day. With school closings for summer, fluid milk is going into manufacturing. Next week expect lower butter and cheese prices.Unknown AuthorFri, 30 May 2014 13:57:00 GMT5213AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-23-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=03e46fab7f684bb4b672fd4bd8553125Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says a little strength in the cash markets this week. Cold storage of butter declined. Milk production was up 1% and cattle numbers are higher. Class I prices are lower. Cattle slaughter is lower.Unknown AuthorFri, 23 May 2014 14:25:00 GMT5194AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-16-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=497e0ec0cfe24e6f90070e06c8cad5b8Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says this week was negative for milk and cheese. Futures were lower as were cash prices. Milk production is increasing and schools will be closing in a few weeks using less milk. There is plenty of supply and demand not increasingUnknown AuthorFri, 16 May 2014 13:53:00 GMT5173AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-9-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=b7c5dfecf97f4f299f5c1c5e0e031c49Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says it was a very volatile week but prices didn't change much. The world supply demand report for next year indicates a large increase. Price estimate for the next calendar year is decreased from what we have now.Unknown AuthorFri, 09 May 2014 14:22:00 GMT5153AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 5-2-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=ff1753fa28d2484fb85788ec1b392248Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says "a very unusual week". Cheese went down but futures were lots higher Butter was up higher. All milk prices set a record high. The milk feed ratio was negetative.Unknown AuthorFri, 02 May 2014 13:04:00 GMT5133AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-25-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=f7637b16f89c4f09a278a6fe55a47ac4Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says a continued choppy pattern with futures rallying in the face of declining cash prices. Milk production was up 1%. Cold storage showed a cheese increase and butter stocks also increased. Class I price set another record.Unknown AuthorFri, 25 Apr 2014 14:10:00 GMT5113AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-17-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=e27af5febf58465eabadedcf35237dc2Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says a lot of volatility in the last couple of weeks but market was up for cheese. Futures price contracts were higher for May and June but July on were lower. World Trade Auction saw U.S. average down 2.6%. World prices are steadily declin [...]Unknown AuthorThu, 17 Apr 2014 14:15:00 GMT5092AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-11-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=17d8f6e29efc4c0f9bdd0117e65e6bf8Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy said the milk business this week was not good. Cheese was lower but butter unchanged. Australia and Japan free trade agreement may be the reason. Milk production is increasing. At this time we are looking at a good year.Unknown AuthorFri, 11 Apr 2014 13:38:00 GMT5075AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 4-4-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=2dc6149328414721a770c14f0ef5469cRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says an unexpected movement this week is causing some concern. There was a negative close on the market this week. Product on the Global Trade Auction was down 8.9%. Next week buyers might step back for a while.Unknown AuthorFri, 04 Apr 2014 14:28:00 GMT5055AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-28-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=08505d071dcd4aab8b631b82921f8337Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy says block cheese made a new high Wednesday but closed a bit lower. Butter gained strength. Demand is fairly strong. Futures are holding steady. Fluid milk sales are showing a decline. Next week will start bearish.Unknown AuthorFri, 28 Mar 2014 14:39:00 GMT5038AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-21-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=3fde709f7dc4414396679901bbf3758cRobin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, said Class III futures paid off this week. Cheese and butter rose. Grade A was also higher and a new record in Class I prices for April. Milk production was up 1.1%. Cow slaughter is lower. The market is well supported.Unknown AuthorFri, 21 Mar 2014 14:28:00 GMT5014AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 3-14-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=9f8c266e877c4cb58fbc4cabda09e7c0Robin Schmahl, Hedge and Marketing Specialist with AgDairy, says the milk business continued to strengthen with higher prices and some new record highs. With better prices, milk production is expected to rise.Unknown AuthorFri, 14 Mar 2014 14:15:00 GMT4992AgWeb Radio: Weekly Dairy Market Wrap 2-28-14http://www.agweb.com/radio.aspx?channelId=e66f08ea10b349f8bf0644a1ad41bf97&channelListId&mediaId=d1a4a5acd67b45b58f5f158b57ae9b88Robin Schmahl, hedge and marketing specialist with AgDairy, says milk futures prices did not change much last week. Cheese is now in line with demand. Weather in both the very cold East and rain in California is affecting milk output. Expect a sideways move next week.Unknown AuthorFri, 28 Feb 2014 12:52:00 GMT4952